‘Paththini’ movie, directed by Professor Sunil Ariyaratne & produced by Sumathi Films, became the highest Patron Response Film of the year 2016 in The Presidential Film Awards – 2019 which was held at the Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre on last 26th July 2019 under the patronage of honorable President Mr. Maithripala Sirisena.