Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin join forces for the first time ever

Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin will be embarking on their very first co-headlining arena tour in 2020. The beloved Latin pop singers surprised fans with the big news on Wednesday afternoon during a press conference held at The London West Hollywood. ‘This is a historic moment and w

Sri Lanka Announced as the Host Country for the Prestigious Mrs. World Pageant

Current reigning Mrs. World, Caroline Jurie, the Mrs. World Organisation (USA), National Director of Mrs. World (Sri Lanka), Chandimal Jayasinghe and event co-producers, The Colombo Lifestyle Company in partnership with Vogue Jewellers (PVT) Ltd., The Kingsbury Colombo and GFlock Clothing (Sri Lanka) proudly announced Sri Lanka as the host country for the prestigious 2021 Mrs. World Pageant, at The Kingsbury Hotel.

Gal Gadot films movie amid Coronavirus fears

Early this year she publicly pledged to only fly commercial, for environmental reasons. But now Gal Gadot has resorted to private jets for her commute between Los Angeles and Atlanta, where she is filming Red Notice. The move is said to have been insisted upon by her Netflix bosses, who are said to be concerned about the spread of Coronavirus disrupting filming of their big budget globetrotting action heist. Sources told TMZ Netflix

Taylor Swift top-selling global artist of 2019

Taylor Swift capped off an exceptional year by being named the top-selling global artist of 2019. The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) revealed on Monday that Swift, 30, was the world’s best-selling recording artist for 2019. Swift released her new album Lover in 2019, winning the IFPI’s Global Recording Artist of the Year for the second time, with her first in 2014, the year she released her hit album 1989. Lover wa

Economic and Strategic integration in the region

It was good to hear from many friends and acquaintances in India, of the success of former PM Ranil Wickremesinghe’s speech at ‘The Huddle’ organised by the Hindu. The Chief Guest was the President of India and the keynote address was by Ranil. His topic was ‘Economic and Strategic integration in the region’. My Indian friends who heard him were very impressed by his rhetoric, his vast

About Alankulama Films

Alankulama Films founded by the late passionate arts lover Dhammika Siriwardana has earned a name for itself for the quality productions it has dished out. It began its colourful silver screen journey with the movie production ‘Aasai Mang Piyambanna’ in 2008 which became a big hit. This movie came at a time when our film industry was facing turbulent times. The movie won several awards too. Alankulama Films later produced popular movies like Ros

Basuru Siriwardana makes debut as film producer ‘Kathuru Mithuru’ Alankulama Films making vibrant comeback

When the late Dhammika Siriwardana started Alankulama Films way back in 2008, he gave his eldest son Basuru to play vital roles in the production team, especially as Executive Producer. Groomed by his father who is even today remembered for his humility and sincerity, Basuru Siriwardana is now making a golden debut in the silver screen domain as a producer.

The Braggarts

It was one of those pleasant evenings at Trixie’s where she had invited six of us to dinner. When we arrived, Trixie was on the phone and it sounded like a one-way conversation since all Trixie seemed to do

‘Were they taking a cat nap?’

The Pussycat Dolls were caught up in an awkward technical blunder on Wednesday night, during a live performance on BBC’s The One Show. The quintet were appearing on the evening magazine show to

Mission: Impossible Italy movie shoot delayed

A planned three-week shoot in Italy for Tom Cruise’s new “Mission: Impossible” film has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak, movie studio Paramount Pictures said on Monday. Filming was due

Street: ‘Freddie Mercury Close’

A street in the London suburb where Freddie Mercury lived as a teenager was renamed Freddie Mercury Close on Monday at a ceremony attended by the late Queen frontman’s sister. Their family moved to F

BTS says new album tells of conquering doubts and fears

The young stars in South Korean boy band BTS said on Monday the theme of their new album dealt with how they overcame doubts and fears encountered since they burst on the K-Pop scene seven years ago. Having performed at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles last month, BTS stands at the forefront of South Korean pop music and has helped gather an international audience for the genre. reuters

Professional Network

Sri Lanka’s first centric professional network, WERK celebrated a special launch at Hatch, Colombo recently. The 100 invitees who were chosen from a variety of fields were impressed by the mission and objectives of this new platform to unite the combined power of women entrepreneurs and those in the corporate field towards the larger goal of economic power and progress. Co-Founder

Lunch at the CSC

My favourite niece, Manouri, on holiday from the UK hosted Dawn, Lala and me to lunch at the Colombo Swimming Club. This always is a favourite venue as their high standard in food and service remain

Quick Lemon Pudding

The Book Challenge

It was a challenge on social media, from my kindred reading buddies, to post the cover of a book that I have read and loved for seven continuous days and invite one other reader to the challenge each day of posting. I was in two minds on whether to take this up but finally caved in and named seven books that I had read in my youth. All of us born in the 1960s will recall that we had to make up our own entertainment, which included socialising w

The Harvey Weinstein story

The Harvey Weinstein story: From studio to courtroom in 40 years. Here is a timeline recounting the highs and lows of over 40 years in the life of Harvey Weinstein. Once one of Hollywood’s most powerful executives, Weinstein is on trial in New York accused of sexually assaulting former production assistant Mimi Haleyi in 2006 and raping Jessica Mann, a onetime aspiring actress, in 2013. Weinstein, 67, has pleaded not guilty. Reuters

Suicide of ’Love Island’ host sparks demands for tougher UK media rules

The death of one of Britain’s most famous TV stars, “Love Island” host Caroline Flack, has sparked a debate over the behaviour of the tabloid press and whether social media companies need to do more to remove toxic content. The 40-year-old Flack, the former presenter of the hugely popular reality show “Love Island” and a winner of Britain’s version of “Dancing with the Stars”, was found de

’Sonic the Hedgehog’ Dominates Box Office

Debut Paramount’s family film “Sonic the Hedgehog” ignited over Presidents Day weekend with $57 million in North America and $100 million globally, the best showing ever for a video game adaptation. “Sonic” is expec

Disney child star dies Nikita Pearl Waligwa, 15, who starred in Queen of Katwe passes away

Star of Disney’s Queen of Katwe Nikita Pearl Waligwa has died aged 15 after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. Nikita Pearl played Gloria in the film - also starring Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o - about a chess prodigy from a Ugandan slum. Doctors first discovered a tumour in 2016 and, after radiotherapy, she was told she was cancer-free a year later. Shortly after the youngster’s initial diagnosis, her mother Rachel Asiimwe Waligwa wa

Malini in Int’l Film Jury

Screen Queen Malini Fonseka recently participated as a jury panel member of the 18th Pune International Film Festival held in India, together with renowned global film personalities. The award-winning actress was well received by the participants and organisers of the festival

Emerald Dove Award for ‘Gaadi’

Prasanna Vithanage’s newest movie ‘Gaadi’ was presented with the Emerald Dove Award recently at the Chennai Independent Film Festival held in India. It was cited as a movie marking an independent milestone in cinema. Sajitha Anuththara, Dinara Punchihewa, Shyam Fernando, Ravindra Randeniya, Iranganie Serasinghe, Kalana Gunasekara, Damayanthi Fonseka and plays the key roles in the movie slotted for release in Sri Lanka soon.

Kathuru Mithuru next CEL release

Alankulama Films ‘Kathuru Mithuru’ will be the next release in the CEL circuit after the current movie screening. Kathuru Mithuru (Barber and Tailor) directed by Giriraj Kaushalya will feature Jayalath Manoratne, Mahendra Perera, Giriraj Kaushalya and others in the key roles. The film is produced by Basuru Siriwardana.

Harvey Weinstein will not testify at his New York rape trial, defense rests case

Former movie producer Harvey Weinstein will not testify in his own defense at his rape trial, his lawyers said on Tuesday as they rested their case. Outside the presence of the jury, one of Weinstein’s lawyers told Justice James Burke that Weinstein would not be taking the stand in the trial that began in New York on Jan. 6 and is a milestone in the #MeToo movement . “That’s correct,” Weinstein confirmed when asked by the judge. The defense rest

Standard poodle crowned top dog at Kennel Club show

A Poodle was crowned “Best in Show” at the annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York on Tuesday, taking home the grand prize in the most prestigious competition for pure-bred canines in the United States. Siba, the finalist representing all breeds classified as non-sporting dogs, emerged victorious from the three-day event at Madison Square Garden after going head to head with the winners in six other groups - hounds, toy dogs, herding

Judging heats up on second day of New York’s Westminster Dog Show

Judging at New York’s Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show begins in earnest on Monday, the second day of competition in the annual showcase for pedigree canines, which culminates with the awarding of “Best in Show” on Tuesday evening. The event, considered the alpha competition for show dogs in the United States, puts on display the skills and good looks of more than 2,600 dogs from 49 U.S. S

India’s trendiest Fashion Showcase

Colombo is all set to witness a new era of trendsetters. Hi Life Exhibition, one of the most exciting and exclusive showcase of India with exclusive designs of haute couture, personal style, home décor & luxury pr

Art From The Heart Artist Sumali Piyatissa exhibits at Art Innsbruck 2020

Abstract artist Sumali, exhibited her paintings in collaboration with Van Gogh Art Gallery, Madrid at the international contemporary art fair “Art Innsbruck 2020” organised from 15th to 19th of January in Innsbruck, Austria. The art fair has the slogan “Art of the centuries for lovers and collectors” and has been held for 24 years, with a very exclusive selection of international exhibitors. Sumali exh

‘Bad Boys’ - Another Victory Lap

Box office newcomers “Rhythm Section” and “Gretel and Hansel” fumbled as “Bad Boys for Life” remained champions during a painfully slow Super Bowl weekend. Football’s biggest matchup is usually a slow time at movie theatres since Super Bowl is the most-watched event on TV. This year proved no exception. Overall ticket sales topped out at roughly $85 million, the second-worst showing in almost 15 years, according to Comscore. Sony’s “Bad Boys for

Your guide to snacking Dietitian reveals the FOUR best foods to snack on while trying to slim down 

A dietitian has revealed the best four foods to snack on while trying to slim down and kick-start a healthy eating plan. Sydney-based expert Susie Burrell shared exactly how to stay healthy while enjoying additional ‘mini meals’ throughout the day on her blog. ‘If you are in need of some snacking inspiration, here are some of the better and not so good options to choose when the munchies do hit in between meals,’ she said.