The Shortlist for The 33rd Gratiaen Prize

The 33rd Gratiaen Prize shortlist has been revealed!

@#$%!Daham — Aneesha Ansar

Dear Father; The Refugee — Alan de Costa

God, Bangles and a Constitution — Ekeli Anuththara

In the Curve of the Smile — Uvini Atukorala

The Son and the Lover — Visakesa Chandrasekaram

Gratiaen Prize event in association with John Keells Foundation and supported by British Council Sri Lanka. Media partner Sunday Times. Secretariat Marga Institute.

Congratulations to the shortlisted writers. The winner will be announced on the 6th of June 2026.