Gamini Fonseka - Actor Profile

Gamini Fonseka

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
10Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 21, 1936
Birth Place: Dehiwala, Sri Lanka

About Gamini Fonseka

Kala Keerthi Sembuge Gamini Shelton Fonseka, was a Sri Lankan film actor, film director and member of parliament. Often considered as the Greatest Actor in the Sinhala Cinema, Fonseka dominated the cinema in 1960s and 1970s to bagged Best Actor award in multiple times.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gamini Fonseka reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Gamini Fonseka'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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gamini Fonseka remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Welikathara, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Gamini Fonseka Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gamini Fonseka's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
Welikathara (1971) movie poster
★9.0

Welikathara: An intense, cat-and-mouse drama between newly appointed ASP Randeniya and a local thug (Goring Mudalali). Randeniya's li

Welikathara

1971•Drama
★6.3
The Treasure (1972) movie poster
★6.3

The Treasure: Based on a short story written by G.B. Senanayake in one of his short story collection known as "The Revenge," the film

The Treasure

1972•Mystery
★5.4
Changes in the Village (1963) movie poster
★5.4

Changes in the Village: Piyal is a handsome young teacher who is hired to teach English to Nanda, a member of a high class family. They fall in

Changes in the Village

1963•Drama
★4.0
Pawana Ralu Viya (1995) movie poster
★4.0

Pawana Ralu Viya: An upper middle class family's struggles as a country struggles between democracy and totalitarianism. The family faces

Pawana Ralu Viya

1995•Romance
★0.0
Crystal Book (1994) movie poster
★0.0

Crystal Book: This European thriller, set in Sri Lanka, attempts to expound upon the philosophical implications of life, death, and me

Crystal Book

1994•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gamini Fonseka.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1998 Night of Destiny - Flop Similar →
1995 Pawana Ralu Viya Bradman Weerasinghe Flop Similar →
1994 Crystal Book S.S.P. Molligoda , chief of police Flop Similar →
1994 Loku Duwa Marasinghe Flop Similar →
1981 Chanchala Rekha Sirisena Flop Similar →
1979 The Kite Nadaraja Flop Similar →
1972 The Treasure Wilson 'Willie' Abeynayake Average Similar →
1971 Welikathara Wickrema 'Wicky' Randeniya ASP Super Hit Similar →
1963 Changes in the Village Jinadasa Flop Similar →
1960 The Memorandum dhamitha Flop Similar →

Gamini Fonseka - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gamini Fonseka?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gamini Fonseka is "Welikathara" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Gamini Fonseka acted in?

Gamini Fonseka has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gamini Fonseka?

Other notable films include "The Treasure", "Changes in the Village", and "Pawana Ralu Viya".