Jagath Chamila has won the Best Actor award a short while ago at the New York City International Film Festival for his role in Priyankara Vithanachchi’s 'Sameege Kathawa' Sam’s Story.
The film “Sam’s Story” is based on the critically acclaimed book of the same name written by Capt. Elmo Jayawardena that won the Gratiaen Prizein 2001.
Jagath is known for his ability to adapt to roles he performs, making him one of the most outstanding actors Sri Lanka has produced, in all three formats of acting; Stage drama, tele drama and cinema.
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Vajira Jayawardena says:
Jun 21, 2013 at 12:00 amCongrats Chamila ! You brought pride to our country. Keep it up !
Dilrukshi says:
Jun 21, 2013 at 12:00 amYesterday while I was watching a drama on Sirasa I was thinking he is a very talented actor.Today he has won Best Actor award. Congratulations Jagath Chamila. KEEP IT UP
MAHESH FERNANDO says:
Jun 21, 2013 at 12:00 amCongratulation and all the best. I new one day you will get this kind of award
Senani Rudolph says:
Jun 21, 2013 at 12:00 amCongratulations Chamila! What an accomplishment! You took the sound of Sri Lanka to the world. All the Sri Lankans are so proud of you. Way to go :)
Gon Banda says:
Jun 22, 2013 at 12:00 amCongratulations are in order, for this talented young man.
Malik says:
Jun 24, 2013 at 12:00 amWho is this??? Are these “real” actors?? These small film festivals are held specifically to hand out “fake” awards to 3rd world countries, since they can never win Oscars.
Yaz says:
Jun 24, 2013 at 12:00 amCongratz to Chamila.......... But on the other hand agree with Malik.... Is there really a "NEW YORK CITY" International Film Festival?????? Wonder how much had to be paid for the AWARD!!!!
suresh says:
Jun 24, 2013 at 12:00 amYes there is. Check it http://www.nyciff.com/ and find the details. It is unfortunate some people try to mock at our own people's achievements. Congrats Chamila !!!