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New original CD from MAF
Moratuwa Arts Forum (MAF) has recently launched a project to dig up its hidden musical talents by producing a CD of 18 originals.

MAF released the audio cassette "Nirmana" sometimes back to bring up the talents of Moratuwa youths which consists of ten originals along with "Moratu Gamey", the Moratuwa theme song, composed by C.L. Fonseka and Priya Peiris with participation of well over 40 MAF singers.

"MAF also helped two of their members to create a CD with their originals and this time it's in a big way" said Sarath Gunawardene, the President of MAF.

All the songs on this new CD

are composed and sung by experienced and talented musicians/singers of MAF, who had have no public exposure so far as original singers.

Musical directions are being handled by Sarath Gunawardene himself, immediate past president Nihal Fernando and former treasurer Rolinson Ferdinando along with MAF musicians.

"To add some glamour to the hidden talents," said the secretary of MAF Thilak De Mel. "The recording is done at the digital recording studio of MAF member Kumar Ekanayake and the CD will be out in near future", he further added.

Roshan wins a bronze in Best Model World Contest
Twenty-two-year-old Roshan Massilamany became the first Sri Lankan male to win a medal at the Biggest Model Pageant - 'Best Model of the World' held in Turkey.

Competing with 45 countries, Roshan came on top Runner-up to Stefan Alie of France and Guadeloup's Jimmy Gravillon.

The female segment was won by Ukraine's Julia Lischuke.

After winning the national pageant he was placed seventh in 'Manhunt International' last year in China. He won 3000 US Dollars as the prize money.
He also won the best National Costume, executed by Jagath Ranasinghe.

Winners of best costume Mr. Sri Lanka and Miss Korea.

L-R: Mr. Sri Lanka, Roshan (R-up); Miss Turkey (R-up); Mr. France (Winner); Miss Ukraine (Winner); Miss Philippines (Runner-up); Mr. Goutaco (Runner-up).
Jagath Ranasinghe.

Winners of best costume Mr. Sri Lanka and Miss Korea.

L-R: Mr. Sri Lanka, Roshan (R-up); Miss Turkey (R-up); Mr. France (Winner); Miss Ukraine

(Winner); Miss Philippines (Runner-up); Mr. Goutaco (Runner-up).

Entertainment Plus at the Deli Market
With Karaoke singing fast becoming the most popular entertainment mode, Deli Market restaurant at the World Trade Center too started promoting Karaoke.

"3C Karaoke Promo" is on every Wednesday evening from 6.00 p.m. onwards and along with the regular singing programme every month a special promo is offered to add more excitement to the evening. The '3C Mystery Box' is on for whomever wishes to pick and sing a song from the Mystery Box, get the score and then be a winner for the evening. The evenings spot prizes range from free beers and the opportunity to taste some great food.

Friday is "unplugged" entertainment with the Band A.D. - Anno Domini with Prageeth. This talented musicians are promoted by 3 Coins.

Saturday night brings a Mexican flavor with Corona Nite to enjoy the smooth sounds of

popular husband and wife duo Tony & Ayesha. This duo offers relaxing music with hits from the 60's to 90's. Tony & Ayesha came back to Sri Lanka recently after performing overseas.

" Deli Market has revamped the weekly entertainment diary to offer the office clientele and all others who wish to unwind and relax a choice of evening entertainment to enjoy after a hard

days work." a spokesman said.

' It's a great atmosphere to enjoy a night out with the whole family. At the Karaoke there is "Magic" Mike scores for singers so there will be a greater chance of being a winner for the evening.' he said.

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