Madhavee Anthony Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, TV Shows, Parents, Education

Madhavee Wathsala Anthony has become a multifaceted star in Sri Lankan entertainment, known for her captivating performances in Sinhala cinema and teledramas, such as Daskon and See Raja.

With a rich artistic heritage and a versatile career spanning acting, singing, dancing, and hosting, she has earned critical acclaim and a devoted following.

Profile

• Full Name: Conganige Madhavee Wathsala Anthony
• Stage Name: Madhavee Wathsala
• Born: August 6, 1988
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Nationality: Sri Lankan
• Occupation: Actress, Singer, Television Presenter, Dancer, Model
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Jackson Anthony, Kumari Sandalatha Munasinghe
• Siblings: Akila Dhanuddara, Sajitha Anthony
• Spouse: Kasun Mahendra Heenatigala (m. 2023)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: USD 2 million

Early Life and Education

Madhavee Wathsala Anthony was born on August 6, 1988, in Colombo, Sri Lanka, as the eldest child of an artistic family.

Her father, Jackson Anthony, is a renowned Sri Lankan actor, director, and producer, while her mother, Kumari Sandalatha Munasinghe, is a respected singer and actress.

Raised in Kadawatha, a suburb of Colombo, alongside her younger brothers, Akila Dhanuddara and Sajitha Anthony, Madhavee was immersed in the arts from a young age.

She attended primary school in Colombo and pursued higher education at the University of Kelaniya, though specific details about her degree are unavailable.

Her early exposure to her parents’ careers in cinema, theater, and music shaped her passion for performance, leading her to begin her career as a child artist.

Career

Madhavee Wathsala Anthony began her career as a child artist in 2000, appearing in the teledrama Kahala Nadaya and the musical program Hapan Padura, a landmark in Sinhala children’s programming directed by her father.

At the age of 12, she lent her voice to the song “Pipilada Sunimal” for her mother’s album. She also served as a child presenter on Swarna Kekulu until 2004.

After completing her education, Madhavee returned to mainstream media, starring in her father’s blockbuster film Address Na (2015) as Janaki and the critically acclaimed teledrama Daskon (2016), earning awards for her role as Palingu Achchi.

She continued to take on roles in Pali (2017), See Raja (2018), Mahaviru Pandu (2020), Amalia (2020), Thadhee (2021), Chandoli (2022), and Chandi Kumarihami (2023).

As a singer, she recorded theme songs for Daskon and See Raja, released the single Piyambamee, and collaborated with Thisara Weerasinghe on Raththarane.

In 2021, she competed in Hiru Mega Star, Season 3, and appeared in Raffealla Fernando’s Celebrity Calendar.

Beyond entertainment, she has worked as a research assistant at the Sigiriya Museum (2013), a curator at the SAARC Cultural Centre (2013), a record indexing officer at the J.R. Jayawardene Centre (2014), and a visiting lecturer in Tourism and Hospitality at Management Science University since 2015.

Awards and Nominations

• Best Upcoming Actress, Raigam Tele’es (Daskon, 2016)
• Merit Award for Acting and Singing, Sumathi Awards (2016)
• Merit Award for Acting and Singing, National Tele Awards (2016)
• Nominated for Best Female Singer, Raigam Tele’es (See Raja, 2018)
• Nominated for Best Supporting Actress, Raigam Tele’es (See Raja, 2018)
• Nominated for Best Teledrama Actress, Sumathi Awards (2021)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @madhavee_anthony

Personal Life

Madhavee Wathsala Anthony, 36, leads a vibrant life shaped by her artistic family and cultural roots. Her height is not publicly documented, but her charismatic presence is undeniable.

As a Leo, she embodies boldness and creativity, with an INFP personality type and an Enneagram 5w6, reflecting her compassionate and introspective nature.

Madhavee was married to doctor Aloka Liyanage from 2010 to 2016, followed by a marriage to flight attendant Milan Silva from 2019 to 2023. She married author Kasun Mahendra Heenatigala in 2023 and has no children.

In 2021, she faced public scrutiny after her arrest at a birthday party for violating COVID-19 quarantine rules, but the incident did not derail her career.

Madhavee enjoys sharing lifestyle photos, food content, and glimpses of her performances on social media, maintaining a strong connection with fans.

Her love for Sri Lankan culture and advocacy for the arts shine through in her work and public persona.

Discography

• Kahala Nadaya (2000) – Child Role (Teledrama)
• Hapan Padura (2001) – Child Singer (TV Musical Program)
• Swarna Kekulu (2001–2004) – Child Presenter (TV Program)
• Pipilada Sunimal (2000) – Single, Lead Vocals
• Address Na (2015) – Janaki (Film)
• Daskon (2016) – Palingu Achchi (Teledrama)
• Pali (2017) – Supporting Role (Teledrama)
• See Raja (2018) – Supporting Role (Teledrama)
• Mahaviru Pandu (2020) – Supporting Role (Teledrama)
• Amalia (2020) – Supporting Role (Teledrama)
• Thadhee (2021) – Supporting Role (Teledrama)
• Chandoli (2022) – Supporting Role (Teledrama)
• Chandi Kumarihami (2023) – Supporting Role (Teledrama)
• Piyambamee – Single, Lead Vocals
• Raththarane – Single, Lead Vocals (with Thisara Weerasinghe)

Net Worth

Madhavee Wathsala Anthony has an estimated net worth of USD 2 million.

Her wealth is derived from her extensive career in acting, singing, and television presenting, with significant earnings from teledramas like Daskon and films like Address Na. Additional income from her music, including singles like Piyambamee.