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The sensational voice loved by Bollywood movie fans, with covers ‘Silsila Ye Chaahat Ka’, ‘Bairi Piya’, ‘Dola Re’ from the most loved Bollywood hit Devdas, will soon be heard in Colombo and her fans just can’t wait. None other than India’s most celebrated playback singer Shreya Ghoshal, will be performing with her band and co-singer [...]
Lots of laughs amidst the love, lies and diamonds
In the words of Tom Stoppard, theatre is a series of insurmountable obstacles on the road to imminent disaster. That is certainly the case for Kusal Kukulawala, the adulterous anti-hero of Indu Dharmasena’s Love, Lies and Diamonds, on its second run at Lionel Wendt from September 7-9. Kusal (Indu himself) finds himself in a disaster [...]
Top world scrabblers at Sri Lanka international open
Leading international Scrabble champions will be heading to Colombo for the Sri Lanka International Open Scrabble Championship (SLIO) to be held from September 7-9 at the OZO Colombo. The SLIO which is being held for the 7th time since its conception after a lapse of four years, has attracted the participation of over 60 skilled [...]
MA in Fashion Business Management
It was a glamorous affair recently at The Stables, Park Street Mews when the Informatics Institute of Technology ( IIT) together with the University of Westminster,UK launched its ‘MA in Fashion Business Management’ course with an evening of fashion on the ramp and talks by leading entrepreneurs in the field.
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No Matter What : Boyzone make it a night to remember
Colombo was the first stop on the Asian leg of their tour which sees them performing in Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines. It was vintage Boyzone for all of 11/2 hours and the band struck an instant rapport with the audience easing in with familiar hits like ‘All that I Need’ and ‘Words’. If [...]
Many faces of the Kandy Perahera
With the Kandy Perahera drawing to a close our photographer Amila Gamage captured some of the many colourful faces at the annual pageant.
Gadgets to watch out for this month
Hello, and welcome once more to another segment of cool gadgets that we found whilst surfing the internet. So without further ado, here are some of the gadgets that caught our attention. Miniso BT551 Bluetooth Headset Ever since Miniso opened up their stores in Sri Lanka, people have been flocking to their stores to see [...]
Inspiring today’s youth to become tomorrow’s conservation heroes
In a bid to inspire, engage and educate school children all across the island on the importance of protecting the rich fauna and flora of the country, the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society of Sri Lanka (WNPS) set up its youth wing in 2007. The WNPS is the third oldest Non- Governmental Organisation and has [...]
Musical evening of pop, rock and gospel hits
For eighty years the St. Thomas’ Preparatory School (STPS) has left its mark through quality education and good discipline. The same could be said of its choir trained to be versatile, not only in music but in the approach to music as a practice for life. The ensemble is home to talented and energetic youngsters [...]
Stage-crashing fan causes chaos at Beyoncé and Jay-Z Concert
Beyonce and her husband Jay Z, had the shock of their lives when a fan breached security and charged towards them during a concert in Atlanta, Georgia on August 25. The couple were reported to be performing the last song when the fan invaded the stage. He was quickly taken down. Meanwhile the couple are [...]
TV Times
Rodney records songs for ‘Dear Granddad’
Songs of the latest film ‘Sudu Appachchi’ (Dear Granddad) by Rodney Vidanapathirana, a well-known teledrama director, filmmaker, lyricist and journalist were recorded at Sampath Recording Studio in Kalubowila, Dehiwala recently. To the music direction of Visharadha Manoj Peiris, voice renditions for the songs were done by Sadew Santhula, Tharudini Methsaura, Thenuka Alagiyawanna and Kithmini Kulathunga.
Golden opportunity to be a Magician
With the advent of modern technology, Modern Magic as a form of entertainment has created a tremendous interest amongst the youth of today. ‘However these young enthusiasts need guidelines on Presentation, Stagecraft, Showmanship, Entertainment Value, Audience Appeal, Patter and Pantomime of effects’ said veteran magician Lt. Col. Ronald de Alwis, President Emeritus – Sri Lanka [...]
Multi talented Manjula now on CRI
Popular lyricist and dubbing artiste Manjula Malkanthi is a multi talented figure in the field of music and entertainment. Her latest collection of songs with popular singers in the field, is now ready to hit the air. Three of Manjula’s new songs – ‘Oba ma nuwan’, ‘Oba langin Innawanam’ and ‘Punchi panchi kale mang’- have [...]
Nilar celebrates silver jubilee as lyricist
Award winning lyricist and writer who used his pen to create a bridge between the Tamil and Sinahala community and promote racial harmony, Nilar N. Cassim celebrates 25 years in his creative journey as a song writer. Celebrating silver jubilee in his career, Nilar will release a flash drive title ‘Sarasa Wasantha’ with 100 songs [...]
Family Night with Marians, BNS and Sanuka
Marians, under the leadership of singing star Nalin Perera along with dynamic creative musicians Bathiya & Santhush and Sanuka Wickramasinghe will come alive at Ramadia-Ranmal Holiday Resort in Moratuwa on 14th September for a mega musical extravaganza ‘Marians Family Night’ This is the first time Moratuwa fans will experience the combination of Bathiya and Santhush, [...]
German cinema and Cultural Revolution
German Cultural Centre- Goethe Institute will present weekly film screening during the month of September with series of films that depict the cultural revolution and struggle against authoritarianism. The weapon used for the struggle is music. As the first movie for the month ‘B-Movie’ will be screened at 7 pm on September 7 at Goethe [...]
SIGIN Saluation 2018 brings hopes for brighter future in cinema
“Premaya Nam” (Dirty, Yellow, Darkness) made by debutants Kalpana and Vindhana Ariyawansa became victorious at the 41st SIGNIS Salutation winning most number of awards. The award ceremony organised by the Sri Lanka Catholic Cinema Parshadaya, the local branch of World Catholic Organisation for Communication introduced many new talents to Sri Lankan cinema. It was held [...]
Nuwan’s debut direction competes at APFF 58
Young filmmaker Nuwan Jayathilake’s debut direction ‘Sulanga Apa Ragena Yavi’- ‘The Wind Beneath Us” is to compete at 58th Asia-Pacific Film Festival (APFF 58) this week. The film has been selected as an official selection for 2018 ‘Best Story’ competition of one of the oldest film festivals in the world. Annually orgnaised by Federation of [...]
“Mamai Anduwa” in Neluwa
“Mamai Anduwa”, a poltical comedy play will go on the boards at 3.30 p.m. and 6.30 pm at National School auditorium of Neluwa on September 8. Written by Ajith Mendis, the play stars Sriyantha Mendis, Kusum Renu, Wasantha Wikramarachchi, Janaka Kumbukage, Rohan Wijethunga and Jayantha Muthuthanthri. “Mamai Anduwa”, is produced and organized by Jude Srimal.
Organic culinary experience at Cinnamon Lodge Habarana
Based in the resort’s quaint and traditional mud hut, the resort’s new organic culinary experience has been specially created for local and international guests, and will allow them to observe a wide array of traditional cooking techniques and preparation methods, sample a delicious array of Sri Lankan dishes and flavours and learn more about local [...]
Helicopter fun rides in Batticaloa
The Chamber of Tourism and Industry (CTI) launched Helicopter fun rides in Batticaloa last week. This is a part of the project carried out by the Chamber in order to promote Tourism, Investment and Economic development in the Eastern tourism areas. The inauguration ceremony held under the chairmanship of the President of the Chamber of [...]
Comilla: for a luxury getaway
Perched on the summit of a vast coconut estate, Sri Lanka’s Comilla Bungalow is the perfect setting for a luxurious getaway. Only an hour’s drive from commercial capital Colombo, but a world away from the city’s professional hustle and bustle and stresses, Comilla Bungalow is a true oasis of calm and absolute silence. It is [...]