Jackson Anthony
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Conganige Joseph Malsi Jackson Anthony, commonly known as Jackson Anthony, is an actor in Sri Lankan cinema, theater, and television. One of the most popular artists in Sri Lanka, Anthony won the award for the Best Actor for record sixteen times.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jackson Anthony reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jackson Anthony's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jackson Anthony remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Gharasarapa, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jackson Anthony Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jackson Anthony's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jackson Anthony.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Attention | blind ex-army man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Sinhabahu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Little Miss Puppet | Uncle Louis | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Other Half | Hemachandra | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Udumbara | Ananda | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Gharasarapa | Gharsarapa AKA Kalukumara | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Dharmayuddhaya | Harischandra | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | No Address | Nasiwatte Hitler | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Pravegaya | Brando | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Maharaja Gemunu | King Elara | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Ahelepola Kumarihami | King Rajasinghe | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Kusa Pabha | King Kusa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Guerilla Marketing | Gregory Mahadikaram | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Mille Soya | Samson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Sooriya Arana | Sediris | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Compensation | Guneris-Young | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Firearms and Fireworks | Padmasiri | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Weesi Dela | Nimal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Bawa Karma - The Sorrow of Existence - Part II | Peduru | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Bawa Duka - The Sorrow of Existence - Part I | Peduru | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Loku Duwa | Wickrama | Flop | Similar → |
Jackson Anthony - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jackson Anthony?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jackson Anthony is "Gharasarapa" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jackson Anthony acted in?
Jackson Anthony has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jackson Anthony?
Other notable films include "Pravegaya", "Maharaja Gemunu", and "Dharmayuddhaya".