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AARYAA, the new chic clothing store, opened its doors last fortnight at Stratford Avenue, Colombo 5 in the Gandhara building, launching its designer brand AARYAA and showcasing its own designer creations. From smart cool casuals to elegant evening wear, the designers’ accent was to clothe the wearer in comfortable attire. Their philosophy: Classy plus Comfy [...]
Down a healthy juice and snack on fruits
A newcomer to Colombo’s food scene, Kurumba caters to the juice and smoothie bowl trend hitting the city. Located on Elvitigala Mawatha (Baseline Road) in Narahenpita, Kurumba opened on October 30. “Growing up juice was a big thing at home. We weren’t allowed to drink fizzy drinks,” says 22-year-old Adhil Marikar, who together with his [...]
Living in a familiar land of picketocracy
A young Sri Lankan orphan gets caught in a flood and lands in an alternate reality – a ‘picketocracy’ where the country runs on picketing. He travels through the country with the help of a prisoner, a prison guard and a lady tuk driver and sees the many issues facing people. There is the student [...]
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A beautiful view
“I have been observing wildlife and nature for a long time. Ever since I was a kid I have been fascinated by it,” says Lakshitha Karunarathna, multiple award winning photographer. His latest win – the Windland Rice Smith Award for 2017, is one of the two biggest wildlife photography competitions in the world (the other [...]
Getting into the festive spirit
The all too- familiar replays of “Feliz Navidad” twinkling lights strung up and long lines to clearance sales are just minor indications that Christmas has come to Colombo! Well loved cafes, restaurants, hotels and shopping centres compete to host the most innovative Christmas grandeur. However, the intensity of this aimeless pushes one to hang on [...]
Gudppl’s ‘Collaboration 2017’ a summit to inspire action celebrating volunteerism
While volunteerism is becoming a trend among the younger generation, it also builds a powerful network between people. Gudppl (good people) is a new social network platform that connects people of all ages, skill sets and interests who want to volunteer with those who need volunteers. The aim is to become the go-to resource (dynamic [...]
FANDOM 2017: A celebration of the geek culture
FANDOM 2017, the signature finance project of the Rotaract Club of CFPS Law School kicked off at the Royal College Primary Grounds with an array of exciting and unique games, trivia, fantasy themed delicacies and the rights to the Iron Throne of the Seven Kingdoms. The day was full of energy and spirit, with teams [...]
Swarangi: Music and dance extravaganza by Hillwood College, Kandy
‘Swarangi’ took place recently at Mahinda Rajapaksa theatre, Polgolla. The line-up for the evening consisted of dance, singing and instrumental performances by the students of Hillwood College, Kandy. The show was put together by the students of the dance troupe, drum orchestra and eastern band with many hours of practice and rehearsals. With more than [...]
St Anne’s College Kurunegala celebrates 150-years
Celebrating their 150 year anniversary, the past and the present pupils of St Anne’s College Kurunegala are coming together to celebrate their jubilee with a year long event calendar. Kicking off the programme, St. Anne’s College along with the assistance of the Old Boys’ Association initiated celebrations in July and will continue celebrations till December [...]
Pharrell Wiliams revives funk group N.E.R.D
Pharrell Wiliams has revived the old funk group N.E.R.D as he took to social media to say a new album is coming out on 15th December. The album titled ‘No One Ever Really Dies’ will come out seven years since N.E.R.D’s fourth album ‘Nothing’ was released. The 10 track album will feature guest artists such [...]
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iflix Sri Lanka opens new office in Colombo
iflix, the world’s leading entertainment service for emerging markets, opened the doors to its new office in Colombo last week, giving further impetus to its rapid expansion into the hands and hearts of Sri Lankans island-wide. The establishment of its exceptional new local headquarters is a testimony to the long-term prospects and value that iflix [...]
Winter Wonderland by SOSL
‘Winter Wonderland’, annual family Christmas Concert by the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka will come alive at the Ladies College Hall on 10th December starting at 7.00pm. From the traditional to the classical, to the symphonic and the very familiar, get into the mood of Christmas as the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka decorates a [...]
‘Golden Hits with Annesley’
‘Golden Hits of 70s with Annesley Malawana’, organised by the Sri Lanka Army Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Ex-Servicemen’s Association ( SLEMEESA) will be held at the Bishops College Auditorium on 8th December (Friday) starting at 7.00pm. The event is organised with the prime purpose of raising funds to uplift and enhance the welfare activities provided [...]
‘Padmawati’ faces fierce protest Release in Sri Lanka stopped
Following the fierce protest in India and elsewhere, the controversy ridden Bollywood history-related movie ‘Padmawati’ was postponed in Sri Lanka too. The film directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali who is famous for his blockbuster films such as Devdas, Black, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela and Guzaarish was to be released here from December 1 coinciding the [...]
Fight of Fathers
Hollywood comedy film for holiday season ‘Daddy’s Home 2’ is now being screened in theatres in Colombo and suburbs. Starring Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Linda Cardellini, John Cena, John Lithgow, and Mel Gibson, the film sequel to ‘Daddy’s Home’ in 2015 is directed by Sean Anders. Having finally got used to each other’s existence, Brad [...]
‘361’ to unravel the truth behind media
“Thunsiya Heta-eka” ‘361’, Udayasiri Wickremaratne’s newest stage play will go on the boards at 6.45 pm on December 10 at the New Art Theatre (air conditioned) in Colombo University. With the tagline ‘truth is larger than the small screen’, the stage play deals with the people who sit in front of television and plan to [...]
‘Hima Tharaka’ shines in Italy
Veteran writer, journalist and filmmaker Rodney Vidanapathirana’s second film ‘Hima Tharaka’ (Snowy Stars) had a special screening in Italy recently. The film was screened at Florence and with the participation of a large number of Sri Lankans living in Italy. The chief prelate of the Samadhi Viharaya in Florence, Ven Dodandeniye Nandasiri Thera, Prema Panagoda, [...]
‘Aluth Horek’ in Athurugiriya
‘Aluth Horek Onee’, comedy play directed by Ajith Mendis will be staged at 3.30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. on December 3 at Sanasa auditorium in Korathota, Athurugiriya. The cast of the play includes Roshan Pilapitya, Saman Hemarathna, Mahinda Pathirage and Mihiri Priyangani while music composition is by Anthony Surendra, set designing Llewellin Wanderwall, costume designing is [...]
Lighthouse Club An oasis of exclusivity
Jetwing Lighthouse Club is an exclusive retreat and a luxurious hideaway wrapped in elegance and old world charm. A stay at this lavish resort promises its guests a pampered and elite service that surpasses the hospitality at any other hotel. Home to 20 deluxe rooms and two themed suites, guests are able to relax in [...]
Prestigious South Asian Travel Awards for Cinnamon’s Hotels
Cinnamon’s resort hotels recently secured two gold awards and one silver award in three different categories at the prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) programme, which was held at Addu City in the Maldives. Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives and Cinnamon Citadel Kandy won gold in the Leading Surf Resort category and the Leading Lake Resort category [...]