Xavier Kanishka is a Sri Lankan actor who appears in films and television series. He was born on 25 February 1989 in Sri Lanka. Xavier is known for acting in both movies and TV dramas that are popular with Sri Lankan audiences.

Xavier started his acting career on television. One of his early roles was in the TV series Sahodaraya, where he played the character Kasun Jayakodi. He also acted in the well-liked TV drama Thanamalvila Kollek, playing the character Kithula, and in Kodi Gaha Yata as Asela both shows that helped him become more known on Sinhala television.

In cinema, Xavier has appeared in movies such as Goal (2018), where he performed in a sports drama film, Wedi Nowadina Lamayi (2020), and more recently Marine Drive (2024), where he was part of the main cast. These roles show that he works in different genres of Sinhala films.

Xavier continues to grow his career by taking on new projects in both television and film. He has become known for his dedication to his craft and his ability to play different types of characters that connect with audiences.