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Heavy metal has always been a much misunderstood genre by those who only seem to associate it with dark and simply loud music. Yet, the heavy guitar riffs, the fast tracked drum beats or the deep bass lines have the ability to tap into your deepest emotions. The lyrical distortion itself addresses some of the [...]
Getting real serious with cosplay
When Lanka Comic Con organised by the Geek Club of Sri Lanka took place this August at Trace Expert City, Geeks of all genres flooded the venue, took part in panel discussions, played tabletop games and visited the stalls selling merchandise. Cosplayers dressed up as their favourite characters were the cynosure of all eyes and [...]
Adin promises something ‘darker’ in “Freddy 3: A New Hope”
When we first met Adin Mathitharan in July, the 27-year-old first time comedian was in his first post Freddy glow. The then newest addition to Colombo’s popular comedy franchise “Freddy” under StageLight&Magic, Adin’s first show was unforgettable to say the least. When he took the stage for the first time as a stand-up comic, it [...]
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A look inside Marine Drive’s Food Trucks
When you think of street food, habitually your mind wanders to a spicy Kottu, a scrumptious Isso Wade or a Sri Lankan take on a Chinese fried rice. But as of late Colombo has been stepping up its street food game through a variety of food trucks that offer innovative dishes and mouthwatering flavour combinations [...]
Building support networks for Cancer patients
Perhaps one of the scariest moments that a person may face in life, is to be diagnosed with a terminal illness. Yet not knowing what to do or the next step to take could make one feel completely lost and alone. Professor Rhyana Raheem recalls feeling at a complete loss when she was first diagnosed [...]
Getting Funky with socks
Crossing his legs, a tinge of red peeks out from the gap between the end of Shehan Casie Chetty’s trouser and shoe. The striking red among the muted colours is one such product from Shehan’s latest venture “Funky Socks”. Noting our pointed gaze Shehan aloofly grins “I’m very passionate about socks.” Hailing from its inception [...]
Como: One of a kind fashion destination
For Madhu Wijesinghe, stitching is a skill that she learned at her mother’s knee. Her interest in sewing started when she made alterations in her own clothes as a child. Today, as the founder of her own clothing line, COMO Apparels, Madhu is ever grateful for her parents, Irangani and Sunil Wijesinghe for inspiring her [...]
Magical performances at ‘The Prince of Egypt’
It was a glittering night for the girls of Ladies’ College when old and young flocked to the hall, weaving the school colours of red and white into the audience milling around. The senior school was bringing to the stage the biblical story of Moses with the dramatic, adventurous musical, ‘The Prince of Egypt.’ They [...]
Maroon 5 to perform at the Super Bowl
Maroon 5 have been selected to perform during the half time at the US Super Bowl next year. The event will take place at the Mercedes Benz stadium in Atlanta, Georgia next February. Two young musicians whose lives ended a few months ago have been brought together in a duet. Lil Peep who died aged [...]
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‘Andarela’ celebrates silver jubilee
Veteran playwright and award winning actor Jayalath Manoratne’s theatrical creation, ‘Andarela’ celebrates its silver jubilee this year with a series of shows around the country. The play which was staged in the main cities and rural villages in Sri Lanka and a number of places around the world will go on the boards at 7 [...]
First Oktoberfest at Anantara Kalutara
The first ever Oktoberfest party featuring popular band ‘Magic Box Mixup’ and DJ Niranjan will come alive at Anantara Kalutara on October 6. It will celebrate the most famous and iconic German beer festival, with a tropical spin and dance to great music by the pool deck of the resort, overlooking the lagoon. Guests can [...]
Yashan: From Music to wider spectrum
Popular singer and television personality Yashan de Silva has launched his latest business venture ‘My Wedding Planner’ along with his wife, Kenya. The Name says it all. It’s a wedding planning company which is capable of providing all sorts of services needed to make your wedding ceremony extraordinary. Why wedding planning? I was active in [...]
New outdoor travel wear by Leveza by MAS to bloggers at TBC Asia 2018
MAS Holdings partnered with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts to offer new outdoor clothing line, Leveza, for the upcoming event, Cinnamon Travel Bloggers’ Conference 2018 (Cinnamon TBC Asia 2018). The only event of its kind to be held in the continent, Cinnamon TBC Asia 2018 will present the third edition of its biennial pre-tour, conference and [...]
Handagama’s new movie ‘Asandhimitta’ to hold its World Premiere
Asoka Handagama’s latest film ‘Asandhimitta’ is scheduled to have its World Premiere at the 23rd Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), the largest international film festival in Asia. BIFF, one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, which showcases more than 300 films will be held from October 3 to 13 in Busan -South [...]
‘Johnny English – Strike Again’: A comedy with action
‘Johnny English – Strike Again’, the latest action comedy by Mr. Bean famed Rowan Atkinson, is now being screened at a number of theatres in Colombo and around the country. Directed by David Kerr, the film is a sequel to the 2011 film Johnny English Reborn. Produced by Rowan Atkinson, who reprises his role as [...]
Best debut films in competition announced
The collection of newest films that are competing for the Best Debut award at the 4th Jaffna International Cinema Festival 2018 was announced last week. The list of films includes ‘Bahuchithawadiya’ (The Undecided ) by Malaka Dewapriya (Sri Lanka) ‘Passage of Life’ directed by Akio Fujimoto (Japan- Myanmar), ‘Komala Rocket’ (An Orange Ship) by Noor [...]
‘361’, returns to New Town hall
Udyaysiri Wickremaratne’s latest stage play ‘361’ will go on the boards at 3.30 pm and 6.45 pm on October 6 at the New Townhall auditorium, Colombo. ‘361’ discusses the issue how mass media, which is supposedly dedicated to bringing the truth to the people contributes in concealing and distancing the truth from the people in [...]
‘Flameback Eco Lodge’: Incomparable new concept
Located in close proximity to Lunugamvehera National Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the most recently declared ‘elephant jungles’, Weerawila is centrally located amongst the top tourist attractions in the deep south of Sri Lanka. Though Weerawila is a not a popular tourist destination, beautiful Weerawila Lake and its rich bird life draw hundreds of travellers to [...]