HNB PLC has marked the 35th anniversary of HNB Singithi with the launch of “Supiri Weera Jumbo”, the first cartoon series produced by a Sri Lankan bank. The new series brings HNB’s long-standing Jumbo mascot into a superhero role, combining entertainment with messages on saving and positive values for children.
The first season was premiered at Scope Cinemas, Havelock City Mall, Colombo 05, on 29 September 2026. The series will be released on HNB’s official YouTube channel from 1 October, with a new episode scheduled to premiere each week.
The first season consists of 10 episodes, featuring Jumbo, the bank’s familiar mascot associated with its iconic pink till. The concept, character designs and storylines were developed by HNB employees, with six staff members also contributing their voices to the characters and the series theme song.
Popular entertainer Suneth Chithrananda (Chuti Malli) voices Jumbo, while veteran voice artist Athula Jayasinghe takes on the role of the main villain, Rumbo. Gaminda Priyaviraj (Podi Malli) voices another villain, Dadonis. Animation direction was handled by Visual X, while DC Productions was responsible for sound and dubbing direction.
Through its storylines, Supiri Weera Jumbo introduces children to values including friendship, loyalty, patience and perseverance. Jumbo’s superhero adventures are also used to communicate the idea that meaningful results often come through patience and consistent effort — a message closely connected to the habit of saving.
Commenting on the launch, Upul Adikari, Vice President – Marketing and Corporate Communications at HNB, said HNB Singithi has played a role in the savings habits of Sri Lankan families for 35 years.
He noted that Supiri Weera Jumbo carries the values traditionally encouraged through HNB Singithi, including patience, discipline and consistency, into a format that children can enjoy and engage with. He also said producing the series internally was a deliberate decision that provides HNB with a platform to build longer-term engagement with young customers and their families beyond branches and schools.
HNB Singithi offers savings accounts for children from birth. Over the past 35 years, the bank has established more than 160 school savings units across the country, enabling HNB branch teams to conduct savings-related activities in schools.
Markss and George Steuart Health Join Forces to Expand Healthcare Access Across Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan healthcare company Markss HLC (Markss), which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month, has entered into a strategic partnership with George Steuart Health (GS Health), the healthcare arm of George Steuart & Company, to expand the marketing and distribution of selected pharmaceutical products across Sri Lanka.
Under the partnership, GS Health will utilise its established nationwide distribution network, experienced field force and strong relationships with pharmacies, hospitals and healthcare professionals to increase the availability and reach of selected products within Markss’s pharmaceutical portfolio.
The collaboration will allow Markss to place greater emphasis on its critical care business, an area in which the company has developed a strong market presence, while continuing to invest in the development and introduction of advanced healthcare solutions currently in its pipeline.
The agreement also lays the foundation for a broader strategic relationship between the two organisations. Both companies intend to explore additional opportunities to strengthen and expand their collaboration in the future.
Commenting on the partnership, Markss Founder and Chairman Rajiv Nanayakkara said the agreement represents an important milestone as the company marks two decades of serving Sri Lanka’s healthcare sector.
He said the collaboration with George Steuart Health would help make selected pharmaceutical products more accessible to healthcare professionals and patients throughout the country, while enabling Markss to sharpen its focus on critical care and accelerate the introduction of advanced healthcare solutions in its pipeline.
George Steuart Health Managing Director Erandajith Ranasinghe said the company was pleased to partner with Markss and support the wider availability of its selected pharmaceutical products through its established distribution capabilities.
He added that the partnership provides an opportunity for both organisations to build a strong and sustainable relationship while contributing to improved access to quality healthcare solutions across Sri Lanka.
The two companies said they look forward to further developing the partnership and identifying new opportunities for collaboration in the years ahead.
HNB Celebrates 35 Years of Singithi with New Supiri Weera Jumbo Movie and Cartoon Series
