Soaring high with childhood memories
It’s a gleaming silver white Christmas tree, glinting with dazzling rainbow hues.Take a closer look and you will see that the tree is, in fact, made of a number of shimmering kites. The tree of kites which stands tall at the Galle Face Hotel was conceptualised and created by two young designers Sasha Pinto Jayawardena [...]
Here’s good news for all you young star gazers
“Twinkle twinkle little star how I wonder what you are….” I was perhaps a very tiny tot when I first sang this song. It meant nothing to me, but I enjoyed its rhythm. During my late teens though, I used to lean on the windowsill and watch the dark starry skies in awe. The stars [...]
Why this ‘Claus’ matters
In 280 A.D. in Patara, near Myra, (modern-day Turkey) a boy named Nicholas was born. He grew up to become a Bishop. Nicholas had quite a substantial inheritance from his family and rather than use it himself, he chose to help those in need. Perhaps one of the most famous stories of his generous heart [...]
A dedicated store for anime and manga fans
Anime fans no longer have to order online, go abroad or wait for a convention to get their anime merchandise. With shelves decked with rare collectables that have anime fans all agog, Sri Lanka’s first dedicated store for anime and manga merchandise opened on December 15. Yamato One is on the 5th floor of the [...]
Share a cup of Christmas cheer this season
Breathing in the aroma of a freshly made cup of piping hot tea is something most Sri Lankans enjoy. Now there’s that same Sri Lankan tradition with a Christmas twist to it with the many tea shops around Colombo, unveiling special Christmas teas. At the newly opened Withered Leaves boutique at Colombo City Centre, the [...]
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The Snowball Effect: Offering a different perspective into the making of communities
Coming together at the Sura Medura International Artist Residency Centre located in Dodanduwa, which featured the ‘Snowball Effect’ production offered an exceptional production by UZ Arts funded by Creative Scotland , Arts Council England and the Insitu Network. The production which concluded recently brought together theatre, visual art and music taking the audience through an [...]
Christmas bake sales to delve into this season
Perhaps the best feeling waking up on Christmas morning (aside from the presents of course) is the set up for breakfast. You can’t go wrong with a slice of Breudher and butter. Top this up with a mince pie on the side, a few cookies and you’d have Heaven on a plate. This week we’ve [...]
Favourite Christmas movies
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: When you tune out the noise and just watch a bunch of movies that serve as cinematic comfort food. Here are the best Christmas movies to stream on Netflix. Love actually This modern classic, written and directed by Richard Curtis, follows a bunch of Londoners—all connected in [...]
Music News
Ariana Grande still holding out at No. 1 Ariana Grande is still top of the UK singles chart for a sixth week with ‘thank U, next’. But she is facing competition from the No: 2 song ‘Sweet But Psycho’ by Av Max and the YouTube sensation LadBaby’s ‘We Built This City…On Sausage Rolls’ which is [...]
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Fairway Colombo brings a street full of Christmas
Transforming the iconic Dutch Hospital precinct with a variety of innovative and diverse events, Fairway Colombo has established itself as one of the popular hotspots of Colombo. Fairway Colombo began the season’s festivities on the 11th of December with Street Latin Night, which pays tribute to rejuvenating street dances such as Salsa, Bachata and Afro. [...]
New Year Party and season in style at The Grand Kandyan
The New Year’s Eve at The Grand Kandyan is definitely an unforgettable experience. It brings a popular group of entertainers to mark the year end on a grand scale on 31st December from 8.00pm onwards. The Grand Kandyan New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance will be a fusion of best of Retro, Classics and current songs [...]
Anil Bhareti launches ‘Bethlehem Pure’
Popular Singer Anil Bhareti released his latest Christmas album titled ‘Bethlehem Pure’ comprising Anil’s hit songs ever popular ‘Bethlehem Pure’, which is very much in demand during the season. ‘All these Christmas songs can be enjoyed by anyone belonging to any religion at all times. In this CD I have specially selected the best twelve [...]
‘Aquaman’ Superhero cinema based on DC comics
Aquaman, a live-action superhero movie based on the DC Comics character is now being screened at theatres in Colombo. Starring Jason Momoa as the title character, with Amber Heard, Willem Dafoe, Patrick Wilson, Dolph Lundgren, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, and Nicole Kidman in supporting roles, this is the third feature film following Batman v Superman: Dawn [...]
A corrupt cop and his life changing events
Latest Bollywood hit ‘Simmba’ directed by Rohit Shetty and a Karan Johar Production is now being screened in theatres around the country. Starring Ranveer Singh, Sara Ali Khan and Ajay Devgan in the main roles, this film is based on the south Indian Telugu film ‘Temper’. Corrupt Officer, enjoys all the perks of being an [...]
‘Asandhimitta’ competed at a world renowned film festival
Asoka Handagama’s newest film ‘Asandhimitta’ was recently competed at one of the renowned international film festivals, Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival in Estonia. One of the ‘A’ Grade film festivals in the world, Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival is recognised by Fédération Internationale des Associations de Producteurs de Films (FIAPF). This year’s edition was held [...]
A teleplay with a difference
Pradeep Dharmadasa who has directed number of teledramas that were different to usual soap-operas, released his latest teleplay ‘Thriloka’ on ITN. The 14-episode teledrama is now being screened at 7.30 pm on every Saturday. Kalana Gunasekara, ‘Koombiya’ famed actor plays the title role while other roles are play by Dayadewa Edirisinghe, Wasanthi Ranwala, Sriyantha Mendis, [...]
BMICH wins best MICE Award
The BMICH, Sri Lanka’s most recognisable and iconic landmark, won the prestigious MICE (Meetings Incentives Conferences and Exhibitions) Award in the MICE Tourism category at the sixth Annual Sri Lanka Tourism Awards Ceremony held recently. Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2018 will also honor the organisations and individuals for their contribution towards strengthening and empowerment of [...]
Russel’s Bollywood Night 2018
Russel’s annual get-together and Awards ceremony was held recently at the Hotel Randiya, Moratuwa. This years’ theme was Bollywood and most of the participants were dressed according to the theme. Ms. Dushanthi Roberts- Director Finance of Metropolitan Group was the Chief Guest of the evening along with many distinguished invitees. The top honours for the [...]
Yasa wins ‘Tea Masters Cup International 2018’
Yasarathna Bandara from Habarana Village by Cinnamon received global acclaim once again at the prestigious ‘Tea Masters Cup International 2018’ championship held in Vietnam. Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts continued to put Sri Lanka on the map and shine as a trendsetter in the hospitality industry, with team member Yasarathna Bandara securing a prestigious gold award [...]