Interviews
Gourmet Galle: Peter Kuruvita
A household name both in Sri Lanka and abroad, Peter Kuruvita’s culinary journey began in the traditional kitchen of his ancestral home in Colombo,
International Women’s Day 2024
International Women’s Day is a global day, celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also calls a mark
Art is her Outlet for Self- Expression
With a very impressive and distinguished career in art spanning 50 years, Iromie Wijewardena needs no introduction. Art is a means of self–expressi
Beauty with a Purpose
The Queen of the World Pageant was introduced to the world in 2022 as a pageant not merely focusing on beauty but also seeking ladies with exceptiona
CFW Returns to the Runway
Founder and President of Colombo Fashion Week Ajai Vir Singh announced at a press conference held yesterday that the 21st edition of CFW will take pla
A chat with Mark Hix
Lauded as one of Britain’s most eminent restaurateurs, and renowned for his unparalleled expertise in sourcing ingredients with distinct provenance,
Finding Refuge in Movement: ’’(Un) Thread’’ and the Power of Dance to Transform
In a world often torn by conflict, where identity struggles persist, art stands as a beacon of expression and understanding. For one individual, dance
Kala Pola 2024 - A beacon of hope and opportunity for artists
The eagerly anticipated art fair, the Kala Pola which is a red letter day in the calendar of the artists’ community was held on Sunday at Green Path
Unveiling KALĀ: A Celebration of South Asian Art at the Lionel Wendt Art Centre
In a groundbreaking collaboration between the Lionel Wendt Art Centre and KALĀ, a platform dedicated to showcasing South Asian art, a new era of arti
Tag me @danu - Planting eggs
Today I wanted to share my experience visiting The Galbokka Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Center, Kosgoda, Sri Lanka - it’s amazing to see the
Ceylon Literary and Art Festival: Ramya Chamalie
The festival was held in the salubrious citadel city of Kandy and has now moved to the heady metropolis of Colombo. Packed with many leading authors f
Ceylon Literary And Art Festival
It’s day two of the maiden edition of the Ceylon Literary and Art Festival. The festival is currently being held in the salubrious citadel city of K
Rif-dhan: Crafting Beats And Raising The Bar In Sri Lankan Beatboxing
In the pulsating world of beatboxing, Ahamed Rifdhan, known as Rif_dhan, stands as a dynamic force shaping the rhythmic landscape of Sri Lanka. From a
The Ceylon Literary & Art Festival : A chat with Ashok Ferrey
We are just on the cusp of the second month of 2024 and Sri Lankan literary aficionados are in for another treat with the forthcoming Ceylon Literary
Meet The Artists of Colomboscope 2024: Fathima Rukshana
The eighth edition of the interdisciplinary art festival Colomboscope will be held from 19-28 January across Colombo. Colomboscope “Way of the Fores
COLOMBOSCOPE 2024: Meet The Artists
The eighth edition of the interdisciplinary art festival Colomboscope will be held from 19-28 January across Colombo. Colomboscope’s “Way of the F
COLOMBOSCOPE 2024, Meet The Artists: Dumiduni Illangasinghe
The eighth edition of the interdisciplinary art festival Colomboscope will be held from 19-28 January across Colombo. Colomboscope’s “Way of the F
MEET THE AUTHORS OF GLF 2024: GUY GUNARATNE
British journalist, novelist and playwright, Guy Gunaratne’s debut novel In Our Mad and Furious City was the recipient of multiple literary awards (
COLOMBOSCOPE 2024 Meet The Artists: Ruwangi Amarasinghe
The eighth edition of the interdisciplinary art festival Colomboscope will be held from 19-28 January across Colombo. Colomboscope “Way of the Fores
Colomboscope 2024 Meet the Artists: Anoma Wijewardene
Colomboscope will be held from 19-28 January across Colombo. Colomboscope’s “Way of the Forest” is shaped with over 40 Sri Lankan and internatio
Buzz with Danu - Kamilka Perera
Today on the Buzz, I have Kamilka Perera who is known as the painting architect, her love for creativity and colours has made her the most wanted cand
Buzz with Danu: Gary Mehigan
Today on the Buzz, I speak to Gary Mehigan, the renowned British-Australian Michelin Star celebrity chef and famed former original judge of MasterChef
Marlon Rae Unveils new collection at Global India Couture Week
Sri Lankan fashion designer Marlon Rae, the founder of fashion label Maluba showcased his collection for the first time internationally at the Global
Anne Rani - Christmas single at number 1 in Danish music charts
Former Hi!! covergirl, Sri Lankan-born Dane, Anne Rani is enjoying success once again as the Christmas single she recorded 25 years ago with the Danis
Season 1 of Uniquely Wisconsin “Farm to Table Pizzas” bags Emmy
Sri Lankan-born film producer and travel and tourism enthusiast Jason Rajasinghe bagged his first Emmy award for his work on Season 1 of Uniquely Wisc
EXCELSIOR! From Cradle to Glory
With Christmas, a special time of the year coming up, the choir Sangeet directed by Sanjeev Jayaratnam who needs no introduction will perform a varie
Dish It Out: Celebrity Chef Gary Mehigan
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, the internationally acclaimed celebrity chef and former MasterChef Australia judge, Gary Mehigan, tak
MEET THE AUTHORS: GLF 2024 - Balli Kaur Jaswal
Known as one of Singapore’s internationally well-known novelists, Balli Kaur Jaswal is the award-winning author of “Inheritance” (2013), “Suga
Meet The Authors of Galle Literary Festival 2024 - Nizrana Farook
Children’s author Nizrana Farook is the author of the award-winning The Girl Who Stole an Elephant, The Boy Who Met a Whale, The Girl Who Lost a Leo
Feroze Kamardeen Back On Stage With Grow Up Nana!
While many of us are familiar with Feroze Kamardeen – director and playwright extraordinaire, only a few can claim to know Feroze Kamardeen – the