Shyam Fernando
ActingAbout Shyam Fernando
Shyam Fernando, is an actor in Sri Lankan cinema, stage drama and television. He is a dubbing artist and was nominated for several dramatic roles.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shyam Fernando 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 Shyam Fernando'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shyam Fernando remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ape Principal, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Shyam Fernando Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Shyam Fernando's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shyam Fernando.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Father | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Malaki Duwe Numba | Professor Kavindra | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Riverstone | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Marine Drive | Nihal | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Doosra | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Paradise | Andrew | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Ape Principal | A Student's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Distance | Tharini's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Ponniyin Selvan: Part II | Mahindan | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Seeds | Father Lisano | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Ponniyin Selvan: Part I | Mahindan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Asu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Inflammable | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Newspaper | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Gaadi | Bulathgama Disawe | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Asandhimitta | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Paha Samath | Dr. Meegaspe | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Dirty, Yellow, Darkness | Vishwa | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Burning Birds | Paramilitary leader | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | With You, Without You | Sarathsiri | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Father : ෆාදර් | Michael | Flop | Similar → |
Shyam Fernando - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Shyam Fernando?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shyam Fernando is "Ape Principal" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Shyam Fernando acted in?
Shyam Fernando has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Shyam Fernando?
Other notable films include "Ponniyin Selvan: Part I", "Seeds", and "Paha Samath".