These stories are predominantly shared on digital platforms and social media. While many are shared through and blogs, they also feature on larger entertainment and storytelling apps. For example, the Jilkatha - Sinhala Wal Katha app describes itself as a "comprehensive collection" for folklore enthusiasts, hosting a blend of traditional and contemporary narratives.
Reading these comics wasn't just about looking at pictures. The dialogue balloons were full of rich, idiomatic Sinhala. You learned proverbs, insults that didn't use swear words, and how to read from left to right. It was a gateway drug to reading novels. sinhala wal cartoon chithra katha