Pedro Pascal hopes to give Marvel bounce with Fantastic Four reboot

American-Chilean actor Pedro Pascal is set to star as a stretchy Earth saviour in Marvel’s latest blockbuster “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”, which releases worldwide this week and will test the appetite for more superhero films.

Damith Wijayathunga

This week on Buzz with Danu, we sit down with the charming and grounded star who went from Mister Sri Lanka to playing one of the country’s most beloved musical legends. From modeling ramps to emotional movie sets, he’s

Kandy Esala Perahera set to dazzle once again Majestic Splendour Returns

Kandy comes alive during the month of August as the historic ‘Esala Perahera’, one of the oldest and grandest Cultural Festivals in Sri Lanka, perhaps, in the world, takes to the streets on 30th July, showcasing centuries-old

Celebrate Your Nikah, Waleema or Hindu Wedding at The Kingsbury

With its rich blend of timeless luxury and cultural harmony, The Kingsbury Colombo stands as one of Sri Lanka’s most prestigious venues for weddings of grace, grandeur and meaning. From the spiritual serenity of a Nikah ceremony to

Sparkling Celebration Happy Birthday Mallika!

Mallika Hemachandra’s family recently held a Sing-Song Dinner Party at Sequel, Cinnamon Grand Colombo in celebration of the remarkable lady. Her gandchildren, Chavini and Chavishke, gave a heartfelt speech and the

Inside Sri Lanka’s First All-Women Hotel Amba Yaalu, Kandalama

When Amba Yaalu Kandalama first made headlines as Sri Lanka’s first hotel fully managed and staffed by women, the internet did what it does best: half-applauded, half snickered. The concept was hailed as “empowering” by some, while

How Dogs Are Saving the Sanity of Gen Z and Their Grandparents

Between doomscrolling, burnout, and an overwhelming fear of the future, Gen Z is barely holding it together. And on the other side of the family tree, our grandparents are often tucked into quiet corners of the house, bored, lonely, and

Visakha Vidyalaya OGA VISAKHA DINNER DANCE 2025

The Visakha Dinner Dance, organised by the Visakha Vidyalaya Old Girls’ Association (VVOGA), was held at Cinnamon Life to bring together all Visakhian well-wishers to support the English Education of the young Visakhians.

22nd Annual Geoffrey Bawa Memorial Lecture by Frank Escher and Ravi GuneWardena

The Geoffrey Bawa Trust is pleased to announce that this year’s Memorial Lecture will be delivered by Los Angeles-based architects Frank Escher and Ravi GuneWardena. The annual Memorial Lecture commemorates Geoffrey Bawa’s birthday and celebrates impactful architecture from around the world.

Kai Flambert’s Wimbledon Adventure

Fourteen-year-old Kai Flambert recently spent two unforgettable weeks as a ball boy at Wimbledon, standing just metres away from some of the world’s best players. A lifelong tennis fan, Kai leapt at the chance when his school held trials—competing with 160 others and training for months before making the final cut. Selected as a Centre, he mastered rules, positioning, fitness, and discipline, working 10–12 hour days in the heat while staying lase

Ramoshan Canagasaby’s humble ride TO success

Ramoshan Canagasaby’s saga is a tale of tears, turbulence, travails, troubles, and triumph, Traversing through Jaffna, Moratuwa, Chennai and now in California. Born in Colombo, Ramoshan had his early education at Hindu

Harnessing the Monsoon…

We are staying just out on the west side of Nuwara Eliya in a luxury ex- planter’s bungalow. The next day we plan to travel south and visit Kotmale Dam .

Reggae Icon Alpha Blondy to Perform Live in Sri Lanka for the First Time Ever

Big Blast Events and EarGear Productions are thrilled to announce that reggae legend Alpha Blondy has arrived in Sri Lanka, ahead of his groundbreaking inaugural performance in the country. This marks a pivotal moment as the Ivorian

Creating comfort zones

Designing a stress-free home may mean rethinking the placement of rooms and furnishings. Expansive open areas will evoke a sense of freedom, but cozy, comforting nooks are often preferred for relaxation and meditation.

House of Afro Afro Safari @Cinnamon Life

Afro Safari, organised by House of Afro, recently made its debut at Cinnamon Life as Sri Lanka’s first ever luxury entertainment experience. Headlining the night was Tomorrowland-featured DJ Sistek, who had the crowd dancing

SISTERS

An unlikely destiny but a very happy karma caused my American mother and North Indian father to make Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) their home shortly after their marriage in the USA. My parents regarded Sri Lanka the home of their

Hazy Existences

Hazy Existences is the first solo exhibition by artist Chandra Bhattacharjee in Sri Lanka at SFG, 138 Galle Road, Colombo 03. The exhibition includes works created in the artist’s studio in Kolkata as well as work produced in Sri

Stigmata ready to rock with ‘Awaken The Storm’ at Main Sports Bar on 26th July

Sri Lankan heavy metal pioneers Stigmata is continuing their year-long 25th Anniversary celebrations with their second gig of the year - “Awaken The Storm” - to be held on Saturday, 26th July at the Main Sports Bar and

Superman aims to save flagging film franchise, not just humanity

Superman is often called upon to save the world from evildoers, but in his latest big-screen incarnation, he’s also being asked to swoop in and save a franchise. James Gunn’s “Superman,” which opened in theaters worldwide this

WCIC Trailblazers’ Walk 2025 40th Anniversary

The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) marked a significant milestone with the Trailblazers’ Walk, a commemorative event recently held to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Over 200 participants - including members,

Island Jam 3.0 Baila Edition

Island Jam 3.0 - Byla Edition took place at Cinnamon Lakeside, bringing together music lovers for an unforgettable night of Sri Lankan music and homegrown talent.

SURIYA at 25 A Conversation with Founder Ruwanmali Jayasinghe

SURIYA, the iconic Sri Lankan lifestyle brand known for handcrafted furniture, artisan textiles, and soulful design, celebrates an incredible 25-year journey. From its humble beginnings to becoming a globally respected name,

The music of friends

While symphonic repertoire is what the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka is known for, it frequently forays into the more intimate, delicate and intricate form of chamber music. This July, the SOSL presents its next concert of chamber

Nihari Perera!

She’s beauty, brains, and a whole lot of bounce! From slam dunks on the basketball court to spotlight moments on the runway, and now lighting up the silver screen—she’s doing it all with style and a smile!

French National Day Bastille Day 2025

French National Day 2025 was recently held at the Galle Face Hotel under the patronage of Ambassador of France, Rémi Lambert. The Guest of Honour was Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co-operative

Goldi Sands Hotel Negombo Fifty years of excellence

Negombo is making a vibrant comeback. As part of an ambitious tourism revival project, the city’s hospitality industry, hoteliers, restaurateurs, community leaders and tourism authorities, have come together to rejuvenate Negombo’s

The Great Fit Fallacy and Other Myths That Shape How Men Dress Today

For a species that once wrapped itself in loincloths and called it a day, men have come a long way in fashion. Or have they? In 2025, we’re living in a world where men’s closets are bigger, sneaker collections are sacred, and grooming

Get ready, Sri Lanka! The Geekiest Weekend of the Year Is Here!

Calling all superheroes, wizards, Jedi, anime lovers, gamers, and comic book fanatics… Come be yourself! Lanka Comic Con is back, and it’s bigger, bolder, and geekier than ever! Turning 10 this year, Lanka Comic

The Great Soft Life Lie Between self-care and escapism, are we losing our edge?

There was a time when ambition was everything. We glamorised the hustle. We made to-do lists for our to-do lists. We wore “busy” like a badge of honour and romanticised burnout as the price of greatness. Then came the backlash.

Crossing Borders: Modern Art from South Asia Sri Lankan Artists Take Centre Stage at Landmark London Exhibition

Sri Lanka’s rich contribution to South Asian modernism is receiving long-overdue global recognition at Crossing Borders: Modern Art from South Asia, a landmark selling exhibition running till 31 July, at Phillips, Berkeley Square. Curated in collaboration with Grosvenor Gallery, a leading authority on South Asian art, the exhibition brings together modernist pioneers from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal—and significantly, Sri Lanka.