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‘It’s bittersweet’ Significant role for Princess Leia

06 Dec 2019 - 0     - 4

The highly anticipated final chapter in the Skywalker film saga will feature a significant role for Princess Leia, the beloved “Star Wars” character played by late actress Carrie Fisher. Writer and director J.J. Abrams said he

The X Factor EXCLUSIVE

05 Dec 2019 - 0     - 8

Simon Cowell has recruited former X Factor winner Leona Lewis to guest judge the first episode of his new show The Band. The music mogul, 60, has been hosting the ‘toughest auditions in years’ at his record label Syco, involving hopefuls performing in front of him and a crowd of industry professionals. Leona, 34, will join

Miley Cyrus sends fans an early Christmas gift

05 Dec 2019 - 0     - 7

She’s on vocal rest following vocal cord surgery. But that hasn’t stopped Miley Cyrus from getting into the Christmas spirit, sharing a series of holiday videos on social media this week. The 27-year-old shared a throwback video from her 2015 rendition of Sleigh Ride with Bill Murray and George Clooney. ‘Wishing you ALL a very Murray Christmas!’ she captioned. A then 23-year-old Miley sported he

A NOTED CHRISTMAS

04 Dec 2019 - 0     - 16

The all-female musical ensemble ‘Noted,’ will be presenting their debut show on the 16th December 2019 at 7.30 pm at the Methodist College auditorium. The show will be featuring great and predominant music from various genres including classical, modern pop, gospel and acapella as well. The choir was built up in 2015, with the intention to convey a message through anything that they perform, transferring harmonious melodies into emotions that wil

Narada Wijesuriya Clinches state award for best lyricist

02 Dec 2019 - 0     - 13

Seasoned journalist, poet, author and lyricist Narada Wijesuriya recently clinched the state television award for the lyrics he penned for the tele drama ‘Thaththa’. Narada’s song ‘Hadannata Wehi Binduwak’ was nominated for the award together with veteran lyricists Mahinda Chandrasekara and Wasantha Kumara Kobawaka.

Int’l recognition for Sumitra Peries

02 Dec 2019 - 0     - 16

The latest edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) was held in Panjim, Goa held recently honoured, critically acclaimed and award winning Sri Lankan filmmaker, Sumitra Peries who was invited to grace the occasion to commemorate the first Golden Peacock Award winning film Gamperaliya by the late Dr. Lester James Peries. Dr. Lester James Peries´ Gamperaliya won the first ever Golden Peacock Award at the 3rd edition of the film fe

ULA LENI

02 Dec 2019 - 0     - 21

Well known film producer Dr. Arosha Fernando’s latest movie production ULA LENI will be released in the CEL film circuit theatres including Regal Colombo, Lido Borella as a limited 2K gap release from December 6. Award winning Dramatist Hemantha Prasad ‘s maiden film direction features Sanjeewa Upendra, Chameera Liyanage and Gayani Gisanthika. “Ula Leni is a twisted psychological thriller,” said Dr. Arosha Fernando, while thanking CEL FILM CIRCUI

The Pussycat Dolls are Reuniting a decade after their split...

29 Nov 2019 - 0     - 25

The Pussycat Dolls have announced they are embarking on a reunion tour next year 10 years after they revealed they were taking a hiatus to pursue solo careers. However one member of the band - Melody Thornton - won’t be joining them on the road, as it is revealed that they will be touring the UK and Ireland without her. Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts, Kimberly Wyatt, Carmit Bachar and Jessica Sutta will perform for the first time as a five pi

Never seen before audition tape emerges

28 Nov 2019 - 0     - 16

His role as the villainous Loki has earned him household name status. Yet Tom Hiddleston has revealed that he never actually auditioned for his now-famous role and admitted that he really wanted to be lead character Thor. During an interview on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the host shared never-seen-before footage of Tom auditioning for the part of the God Of Thunder.

Thanuja starts Sri Lanka’s first Cash Taxi reality ride

25 Nov 2019 - 0     - 47

Concepts of television reality programmes are more often designed based on social trends that emerge from time to time. The theory behind this is the ultimate objective to woo audiences to live, feel and relate to the television reality experience. Taxi or cab services have today gripped the lives of people globally, so much so that successful television reality shows conceptualised with taxis have surfaced in many countries. In Sri Lanka, Cash T

The Who are first honoured as London unveils Music Walk of Fame

21 Nov 2019 - 0     - 21

British rock band The Who became the first act to receive a paving stone on the Music Walk of Fame in London on Tuesday, in the unveiling of a new cultural attraction that echoes the starry sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard. Following the presentation of the Walk’s founding stone, The Who’s two surviving members Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend posed by their own plaque, depicting a m

Ukrainian artist strikes a chord with matchsticks

21 Nov 2019 - 0     - 17

Ukrainian Bogdan Senchukov wants to carve his way into the Guinness Records: by making the world’s biggest collection of musical instruments from matchsticks. Already, 15 of his real-sized instruments, including two guitars, accordions, violin and drums, are played by a band of musicians which prides itself as the only “match music band” in Ukraine. Reuters

That time of the year again !

20 Nov 2019 - 0     - 36

With the joyous season of Christmas rapidly approaching, the “Silent Hands” theatre group will stage “Sorry Wrong Chimney” on the 29th and 30th of November from 7.30 pm onwards at the Lionel Wendt. Directed by Jehan Bastians and Neidra Williams it is definitely one to watch. Silent Hands, known for pulling off some great plays commenced in 2002 as a backstage group, led by Jehan and Neidra which “silently” helped people behind the scenes. Eventu

Friends reunion is happening! 

14 Nov 2019 - 0     - 30

Twenty five years after those six iconic small screen Friends debuted on NBC, they are getting back together again. The Hollywood Reporter reveals that talks are under way for a Friends reunion special that would bring back all six main cast members - Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, David Schwimmer, Matthew Perry an

Scooby-Doo And The Gang Are Back!

13 Nov 2019 - 0     - 34

The most beloved cartoon characters in the ‘history of mystery’ are getting a new look. The official teaser trailer for Scoob! was released on Monday and it showed off new modern makeovers for Scooby-doo, Shaggy and the whole mystery solving gang.  Scoob! is set to be the first film in the new Hanna-Barbera Cinematic Universe which will be reviving cartoon classics for the big screen like The Jetsons, The Flintstones and Wacky Races.

The Elton John experience Featuring Greg Andrew

06 Nov 2019 - 0     - 32

Fantastic! was what it turned out to be, as Greg Andrew positioned himself on the piano, donning himself in a flashy red suit, taking control of the evening blues. Celebrating the works of Sir Elton John, one of the most iconic figures in pop history is no easy task, but for Andrew it has been in his blood for quite some time. If you’re an Elton John fan, you’ll definitely be amazed at his uncanny likeness. Having performed to over 500,000 people

Playboy Heir Cooper Hefner, 28, Marries Harry Potter’s Scarlett Byrne

06 Nov 2019 - 0     - 39

Harry Potter star Scarlett Byrne has wed Playboy heir Cooper Hefner after a four-year engagement. The English actre

Chandra bids farewell

04 Nov 2019 - 4     - 6060

Veteran actress Chandra Kaluarachchi who made significant contributions to Sri Lankan arts, as a theatre, film and television actress, bade farewell to the nation yesterday. Chandra Kankanamge Kaluarachchi who was born on April 6, 1943, passed away last Friday at the age of 76. Her funeral took place yesterday amidst a large gathering.

Kanchanamala Live in Concert on Sunday

04 Nov 2019 - 0     - 42

‘Kanchanamala Live in Concert’ featuring popular actress and songstress Kanchanamala Mahawithana will be held at the Elphinstone Theatre, Colombo on November 10 at 6.30 pm with Prof. Patrick Rathnyake, Sanath Gunathilake, Pooja Umashankar, Dilantha Malagamuwa, Sumana Amarasinghe, Sriyani Amarasena and others participating as distinguished Guests. Mike Fernando, W

NFC absconds HRC?

04 Nov 2019 - 0     - 15

The National Film Corporation (NFC) Chairperson and General Manager who were summoned before the Human Rights Commission for hearing on Friday, November 1 had not turned up. The case was according

Suren Cooke Agencies Joins The Fight Against PLASTIC POLLUTION

01 Nov 2019 - 0     - 64

With global productions of plastic amounting to 300 million tons per year, there is currently 5.25 trillion pieces of plastic debris floating in the ocean right now. Now, more than ever, plastic has become a significant danger to the ecosystem and our future lives. Sri Lanka too, is no stranger to the threat plastic possess. When Sri Lanka joined UN Environment’s #CleanSeas campaign in 2017 to ban single-use plastic products, separate and recycle

Kumarlicious Is Back

31 Oct 2019 - 0     - 40

Back by popular demand, Asia’s most iconic drag queen Kumar will be back in Sri Lanka to entertain his many fans on 2nd November at the Taj Samudra. Singaporean born Anita Dorai who is bringing down Kumar for yet another hilarious show filled with pithy punchlines and salacious quips, promises audiences a fun filled evening of rollicking humour and good food. Anita, who herself

The Little Mermaid Live!

31 Oct 2019 - 0     - 18

New images and songs from ABC’s upcoming live broadcast of The Little Mermaid Live! were released Tuesday, ahead of next week’s broadcast. Among the new promotional shots put out include in-costume photos of Queen Latifah, who portrays Ursula, AuliʻiCravalho, who plays Ariel, Shaggy playing Sebastian, John Stamos in costume as Chef Louis, and Gra

S. THOMAS’ COLLEGE, MT. LAVINIA RALLY ROUND ROCK AND ROLL 2019

30 Oct 2019 - 0     - 92

Soon the BMICH will be a hive of activity when about 800 boys of the College by the Sea gather to rehearse their upcoming musical extravaganza. The show is sure to enthrall the audience as the evening of song, dance and music unfolds with students, together with the Western Band and the Lower School Hewisi band, taking the stage. Songs from the Abba collection, Greatest Sho

Remembering Pandit Amaradeva

28 Oct 2019 - 0     - 26

The third death anniversary of music maestro Pandit W. D. Amaradeva falls on November 3. The ardent music enthusiast, started studying music under yesteryear music director Mohamed Ghouse who was quick to recognise his unique talent as a violinist and absorbed him into the orchestra of the second Sinhala film ‘Ashokamala’ (1947), in which he made his mark as a playback singer.

Sarachchandra’s ‘Bava Kadathurawa’ in Bangladesh

28 Oct 2019 - 0     - 18

Late Prof. Ediriweera Sarachchandra’s “Bava Kadathurava” (Birth and Beyond) was initially produced by him in 1989 and the music composition was done by late Dr. W.D.Amaradeva. After 23 years the new production was done by Mrs. Lalitha Sarachchandra, wife of the late Prof. Sarachchandra and staged in Jude Srimal’s drama festival recently. The Sarachchandra theatre foundation received an invitation from the Hiron Kiron Theatre Foundation, Munshigan

Amaradeva Film Festival in Colombo

28 Oct 2019 - 0     - 61

A film festival featuring 7 Sinhala movies musically directed by Pandit W. D. Amaradeva will be held in Colombo from November 1 to 3, to coincide with the music legend’s third death anniversary. The films wi

PRESIDENT SUPER STAR coming on Friday

21 Oct 2019 - 0     - 45

Veteran filmmaker Udayakantha Warnasuriya’s newest cinematic treat ‘President Super Star’ will be screened islandwide from October 25. The story spiced with humour and wit, revolves around a reality T

VICTOR’S SARASA ON OCT. 25

21 Oct 2019 - 0     - 19

Dr. Victor Rathnayake’s newest solo musical concert series ‘Sarasa – Rathnamaya Gee Amanandaya’ will be held at the Bishops College, Colombo on October 25 at 6.30 pm.The crowd-pulling singer has included a variety of popular songs including some of his popular film songs to the line up of this solo musical concert.

VIJAY’S ‘BIGIL’ COMING AS DIWALI RELEASE

21 Oct 2019 - 0     - 74

Kollywood’s much hyped sports action film ‘Bigil’ featuring Super star Vijay and Nayanthara will come as a Diwali Festival release in the CEL Circuit on October 25. It will be screened at Majestic - Colombo, Jaffna, Capitol, Kingsley, Ruby, Eros, Cinecity, Chella - Jaffna, City Cinema, Lido - Borella , Regal - Colombo , Nuwera Eliya, Concord , Samantha, Vijaya - Batticaloa, Saxon - Kollupitiya, Liberty Scope , Colombo City Centre and 80 cinemas i

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