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President Ranil Wickremesinghe and former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga, once political adversaries, share a moment at the inauguration of the Matara Festival of the Arts (MFA) today (02). This groundbreaking event showcases contemporary art and music from Sri Lanka and beyond, taking place at the historic Matara Fort till February 4. The festival endeavors to promote economic and social revitalization through collaborative efforts among art organizations and the cultural community.

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DJ Friday, 02 February 2024 09:26 PM

Ever ready for a photo. The only good thing they can do.

Tissa Fernando Friday, 02 February 2024 09:38 PM

Sri Lanka's madam minister of interior is also seen with Ranil looking at some white stuff.

Volker Metzger Friday, 02 February 2024 09:47 PM

Chandrika Kumaratunga, a former president with charisma, political wisdom, intellect and oratory talent, on the other hand, Ranil, a man without charisma and with a highly questionable character!!! With the two in the photo, truly different worlds with different political reputations and merits meet!!! Chandrika, similar to Fonseka, also risked her life for her country!!!

ram Friday, 02 February 2024 10:00 PM

why does this guy RW have his hands in his pockets like he is not involved in the event? he is doing it all the time wherever he goes

Single Man Friday, 02 February 2024 11:25 PM

Because he is confident and well educated.

Mahila Saturday, 03 February 2024 04:41 AM

He wants to make sure nothing enters or leaves his 2 Pockets without his realisation, especially in CROWDED PLACES!!! Simple!!! I used to do it when travelling by Bus in Sri Lanka!! I used to lean slightly backwards on one of the vertical poles in the bus to brace myself, during 'Braking mode of the Bus' and my hands are always in the pockets to counter the "POCKETA'S" - PICK POCKETS, who Keep-On passing along the Aisle!!??? Good Move RW!! Keep it up!!?? PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE!!?? People, who didn’t have the opportunity to endure that ordeal, wouldn’t know, realise the need!!?? Practise Perfect!? Any case, one can hardly do or accustom such modality, if used - Travel by CAR to School!!! “The FORTUNATO’S” – meaning, The ‘LUCKY’, it’s a Sicilian Name!!??

THE TRUE Saturday, 03 February 2024 07:34 AM

BECAUSE HE OR HIS FORFATHER CAME FROM EROP.

Nimal Saturday, 03 February 2024 09:19 AM

@Single Man, if that is your benchmark for being confident and well educated then I'm afraid SL has no hope whatsoever!

Cherath Saturday, 03 February 2024 01:00 PM

@Single man - Just for the record, Chandrika is conversant in 5 languages and have a degree from Sorbonne University, Paris and a Masters. How does that compare with Ranil's Law degree from University of Ceylon with proficiency in just Sinhala and English?

Chandana Friday, 02 February 2024 10:25 PM

There is nothing to say, it is only irritating seeing these photos, they are still having fun.

Adwani Saturday, 03 February 2024 08:19 AM

@Chandana - Most certainly, they are still having fun because the public elected the wrong persons to govern this poor Island, who were hell bent on stealing public funds, rather than to do any developments. Anura and Sajith are still economic school boys learning from him.

PLASTIC BOTTLES ONLY ITEM OF ART DISPLAYED Friday, 02 February 2024 11:42 PM

START PAINTING PLASTIC BOTTLES A FORM OF ART SMH!!! I WONDER IF THE BOTTLES WERE PAINTED BY RESIDENTS DOWN SOUTH!!! IT APPEARS THERE WERE ONLY PAINTED PLASTIC BOTTLES AT THE BIG EVENT, OR ELSE MORE ITEMS AND OR WORKS OF ART SHOULD HAVE BEEN DISPLAYED FOR PHOTOS TO BE TAKEN AND PUBLISHED. ALL WE SEE ARE BOTTLES AND MORE PLASTIC BOTTLES, MAY TRY EXPORTING THEM AS A WORK OF ART!!!

Pantha Kumaran Saturday, 03 February 2024 12:03 AM

Ranil is enjoying his power. He will never be elected as a President. thanks to the Rajapakses he is our unelected President.

Fred Saturday, 03 February 2024 12:42 AM

Nothing about the real talent at the Fair, the people or the exhibits what the Festival was all about, what people would have come to see, disappointing

Single Cell Saturday, 03 February 2024 01:46 AM

Madam President still looking stunning!

Neil Saturday, 03 February 2024 02:35 AM

They may be seen as political rivals. We all thought that Ranil and Mahinda are political rivals. This is not any different. Please don't be fooled. "Malli, me okkoma yaluwo"

Ram Saturday, 03 February 2024 02:39 AM

Always one or both hands in the pockets. What is he doing? No other leader does that and it is unpleasant to see that

last chance Saturday, 03 February 2024 04:23 AM

This is the grand spectacle as AKD says that we will see in the future in the face of the imminent victory of NPP

Nonis Saturday, 03 February 2024 05:55 AM

Compromisers to exchange power at any cost to the country and people.

sam silva2 Saturday, 03 February 2024 06:05 AM

both talk/talked about corruption but never did act as lee quan yew did. this is the big difference between singapore and lanka. political corruption above monetary corruption.

Jude Saturday, 03 February 2024 06:54 AM

They were never Rivals. They were friends since childhood. In politics you don't have any friends or enemies!!

Sambo Saturday, 03 February 2024 07:35 AM

This a part of the damage control of this country. They will be all wiped off for good very soon.

Gabriella Saturday, 03 February 2024 08:37 AM

The Robber Baroness and the Megalomaniac. Amazing how people become paragons of virtue when the opportunity to rape and pillage the country ends.

Ruwani Saturday, 03 February 2024 09:25 AM

What a beautiful set of pictures.

DD Saturday, 03 February 2024 10:00 AM

At least they found common ground in art. Now, it's time for Ranil to stop playing finer strokes and pass the baton to the next generation.

Fred Saturday, 03 February 2024 02:20 PM

Ranil and Chandrika what are they thinking.Ranil-I have perfected the Art of the Deal It is now no longer about you and me It is about me and US so Iam going to come out trumps Chandrika Don't be so sure Ranil there is always a back door.And that's jest for you. And Happy 76th anniversary.

Mohan Saturday, 03 February 2024 02:31 PM

Annibal akka and Embdon ayya from always breakdown.

ANNECUNT Saturday, 03 February 2024 04:08 PM

CBK NEXT PRESIDENT OF SRI-LANKA MAHINDA/NAMAL GO TO HELL

melville perera Sunday, 04 February 2024 05:54 AM

a quote from Shakespeare ".....IF MUSIC BE THE FOOD OF LOVE PLAY ON....." we all pray for peace and harmony and religion of reason

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