TikTok reveals Sri Lanka’s top searches in 2025

TikTok today shared the top searched words on the platform in Sri Lanka in 2025, offering a snapshot of what Sri Lankans were most curious about this year — from the celebrities and creators they follow, to the music and dramas they can’t stop talking about, the places they’re planning to visit, and the moments driving conversation across the platform.

From cricket-led highlights and entertainment buzz to cultural touchpoints like Kandy Esala Perahera, the 2025 list reflects how TikTok Search is increasingly used as a tool for real-life decision-making and real-time context. People are coming to TikTok not just to watch, but to look things up, to catch up on what everyone’s discussing, revisit key moments, explore destinations, and find content that feels instantly relatable.

“TikTok Search has become an essential part of daily life in Sri Lanka,” said Umais Naveed, Content Operations Lead, South Asia at TikTok. “People aren’t just watching videos — they’re actively seeking information, recommendations, and context in real time. Whether it’s tracking the latest sporting moments, planning a weekend trip, learning something new, or checking reviews before buying, Sri Lankans are turning to TikTok to make everyday decisions. This year’s top searches show how TikTok is connecting Sri Lankans to culture, community, and everyday answers."

What Sri Lanka’s searches reveal

This year’s searches tell a story of shared moments and discovery with purpose. Interest in places such as Kandy and Tangalle points to TikTok’s growing role in travel inspiration, helping people explore destinations through creator-led recommendations and on-the-ground perspectives. At the same time, searches tied to major public conversations, standout interviews, and widely discussed pop-culture moments show how Sri Lanka experiences trends collectively, with TikTok helping communities follow along in real time.

From sports and gaming to music and showbiz, the 2025 list reflects a platform at the intersection of culture and utility, where what’s trending is often what’s genuinely useful, memorable, or meaningful.

Here are the top searched words on TikTok in Sri Lanka in 2025, in no particular order:

Most searched showbiz celebrity

• Sabina Yousaf

• Dinithi Walgamage

• Yameesha Rasadi

• Shihan Mihiranga 

• Rashi Paba

Most searched musician

• Yohani

• Chamara Weerasinghe 

• Charitha Attalage 

• Mihiran

• Raveen Tharuka

Most searched TikTok creator

• Dinel Walpola

• Dasuni Senethma

• Lochi

• Ashen Senarathna

• Wild Cook Book

Most searched sportsperson

• Pathum Nissanka

• Dunith Wellalage

• Dasun Shanaka

• Cristiano Ronaldo

• Virat Kohli

Most searched place

• Gampola

• Galle Fort 

• Tangalle 

• Kandy

• Mirissa

Most searched TV show or drama

• Moda Tharindu

• Ayu

• Big Boss 

• Neera

• Pata Kurullo 

Most searched trend / news / moment

• Watawala Tea Advertisement

• Pissu Kanna's t-shirt collab with Yureni

• Blood Moon

• Galle Face Kite Festival

• Yevan David wins Rookie Trophy at the 2025 Euroformula Open Championship

Notable searches

• Mrs. Sri Lanka World 2025 

• Creator Search Insights 

• Anura Kumara Dissanayake

• Kandy Esala Perahera

• Sirasa Dancing Star 2025

Most searched song / soundtrack

• Saiyaara

• Chuttak Chuttak (Song by Yohani)

• Dewaduthiyak (Song by Mihiran)

• Ehema Baluwama Maage Diha (Yasas Madagedra - Neera Movie Song)

• Joodu Daala Yan (Gajindu Fonseka) 

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok has global offices, including Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Singapore, Jakarta, Johannesburg, Seoul, and Tokyo. www.tiktok.com