The move comes after several countries issued travel alerts within the past 24 hours, based on intelligence warning of a potential terror attack targeting foreigners, particularly Israelis, at popular tourist spots along Sri Lanka's coast.
The actress left during the wee hours of Sunday along with her family. The getaway brings her the well-deserved break for the actress from her busy shooting schedule.
A total of 38 candidates are vying for the top position in an election closely watched by both India and China due to the island nation's strategic significance. India, with traditional ties to Sri Lanka, is concerned about China's increasing influence in its neighboring country.
For the Indian camp, confident smiles of victory turned into shock as they realized they hadn't won the match, but instead ended up with a tie in a game they were expected to win.