Interviews
Tommy & Toto
A devoted wife, a doting mom of twins, a business owner and now a published author, Dhineli De Zilwa, inspired by the drawings of her son Devin, penne
Rohan De Lanerolle: Representing Sri Lanka on a Global Stage
His immense contribution to the world of music, both as an individual and as a part of the duo the “De Lanerolle Brothers” makes Rohan De Laneroll
Music transcends barriers: Singer, songwriter and producer Sankha Bee
Singer, songwriter and producer Sankha Bee is no stranger to the Sri Lankan music scene with over a decade of experience behind him. From being the fr
Blow by Blow
Based in the UK, Brit Sri Lankan fashion designer Selina Blow is one who is immensely proud of her Sri Lankan heritage. The daughter of flamboyant Hel
Get A Unique Wedding Card Designed For Your Big Day
With a liking towards handwork from her younger days, Menaka Amerasinghe had always wanted to put her creativity to good use. What resulted was her ve
Through the ages: A film on the evolution of the sari
Harbouring a love for the sari, actress Dinara Punchihewa has created a short film titled “Through the ages”, which charts the evolution of not on
Sri Lankan Singer ‘Duava’ On His Hit Song Colombo Rain
Sri Lankan/Canadian singer ‘Duava’ has been making music for as long as he can remember. He found his voice as an artiste at the age of 5 and has
Yevan David - The First Sri Lankan Karter To Win Internationally
Yevan Ranasinghe David at just 13 years of age made history for Sri Lanka on 2 May 2021 as the first Sri Lankan to win a European Heat karting race in
Minoli De Silva - MasterChef Australia 2021 Contestant
Making her mark on the Australian MasterChef series 13, contestant Minoli De Silva won the hearts of the audience when she showcased her flair for Sri
In Conversation With Ruwani Hettiarachchi
Ruwani Hettiarachchi (37) is many things all at once. She’s the Chief Growth Officer at Hemas Holdings PLC, past Board Member of the Colombo Academy
Rupaneethan Pakkiyarajah: In search of connection at Paradise Road Galleries
Connoisseur and collector of all things beautiful; Shanth Fernando will host and present artist Rupaneethan Pakkiyarajah at the Paradise Road Gallerie
Designer 1-2-1: Thushani Rodrigo
The founder of Todos, Thushani Rodrigo is a shining example of triumph over adversity. Born with partial hearing, Thushani never let that be a barrier
The Alternate Universe Of Miyu Comics
Devanampiyatissa dressed in Viking battle gear, a somewhat sombre alter-ego of the notoriously silly Mahadana Muththa and a slightly unhinged Thoppi W
Tattoos & Taboos: A chat with Roanna and Dulaj of Savage Art Ink
Savage Art Ink down R.A De Mel Mawatha appears unsuspecting at first, but as you amble your way to the third floor, the slightly busy walkway into the
Fathoum Zaleeha Issadeen: Sri Lanka’s Rising Star
Once an aspiring tennis player, Sri Lanka’s first hijabi athlete Fathoum Zaleeha Issadeen went on to make her mark in Squash both locally and intern
Talal Rafi: The youth’s role in mitigating climate change
Sri Lanka was ranked the second most vulnerable country in terms of climate change. Ongoing deforestation, haphazard developmental activities, encroac
Drumroll please: Sri Lankan born Ray Pereira receives Order of Australia Medal
Internationally-renowned drumming sensation and one of Australia’s leading percussionists Ray Pereira was recently bestowed with the Order of Austra
The Disruptor Series: Apinash Sivagumaaran
CEO and Co-Founder of ISSO Restaurants, Apinaash Sivagumaaran has been instrumental in dismissing the notion of prawn-based dishes being unaffordable
Buzz with Danu: Dom and Asanka
Today on the Buzz I speak to the very popular radio duo who have kept it Lankan and Cool with their morning FIX. I sat with the two from YESfm to get
I Wish I Knew: Small Business Owners
When exploring new horizons and embarking on novel ventures, even the most prepared individuals usually encounter unforeseen and unanticipated surpris
W@W - Nausheen Fauz
This month’s Women at Work cover features Nausheen herself, who shared the journey she has come thus far, how Bath Bliss products stand out from com
A chat with Mr Shef Codes
Quoted as “one of the region’s finest DJs” in Dubai’s THE MAG magazine, Shefan Lantra aka ‘Mr Shef Codes’ is already successful as a well-
The Sunroom - Victoria Walker’s favourite room at Canada House
Known to champion local crafts, Victoria Walker states that her favourite room in Canada House where she resides alongside her husband the High Commis
The Craft of Architecture - Ruchi Jeyanathan
Drawing parallels between traditional crafts and architecture and exploring the challenges both face in this age of extreme consumerism, as well as sp
Anoma Wijewardene
SLDF 2021, billed as Sri Lanka’s first ever virtual design festival to showcase and highlight ‘Designed and Made in Sri Lanka’ will take place f
Sandun Seneviratne Speaks on ‘Vikaari’
It’s truly been a year for the arts as Sandun Seneviratne’s short-film ‘Vikaari’ wins ‘Best Short Film’ at the Screamfest Horror Film Fest
Dish It Out: Dinali & Shana
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, Café Kumbuk’s powerhouse duo takes our Q&A! Dinali Dandeniya and Shana Dandeniya are the mom-daugh
Dish It Out - Koluu
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, Koluu takes our Q&A! One of Sri Lanka’s best known and loved chefs, Koluu Ranawake has constantly b
A Chat With Rehan Alexander Mudannayake
Beating a whopping 6,000 submissions, young Sri Lankan filmmaker Rehan Alexander Mudannayake’s short film “DIDI” was recently selected for the A