Sawunda Hannadige Martin Gunadasa (born 12 February 1930 – died 9 February 2010 as මාටින් ගුණදාස) [Sinhala]), popularly known as Martin Gunadasa, was an actor in Sri Lankan cinema, stage drama and television.
[1][2] His most popular role was that of Polee Mudalali in the television serial Kopi Kade.
Then he acted in many supportive roles particularly as the arrogant "Mudalali" in many films including, Hatha Maha Nidhanaya, Hathara Wate, Kapatikama, Pickpocket, Indunila, Kalana Mithuro and Sinawai Inawai.
[5] In 1987, Gunadasa was selected to the television serial Kopi Kade by Thevis Guruge.
His role as "Poli Mudalali" became highly popularized among the public and he was usually known by his character name rather than real name.