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‘Danno Budunge’ named a national heritage

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The Cabinet has approved to name the song ‘Danno Budunge Sri Dharmaskandha’ as a national heritage.

The song is from John de Silva’s ‘Sirisangabo’ Noorthi.

It was later sung to a record by Herman Rajapaksha as “Dharma Budunge”.

Meanwhile, it is said that Dudley Senanayake had invited Herman Rajapaksha to sing the song ‘Danno Budunge’ in a soprano opera style at a music event held for the Independence Day celebration in 1949.

It was said that the national anthem was also sung in Tamil the same year.

The Independence Memorial Hall was also opened in Torrington Square the same day.

Danno budun ge… shri dharmaskandha
Pewi rakithi sonda , seele niban da…
Danno budune ge… shri dharmaskandha
Pewi rakithi sonda , seele niban da…

Klesha nasna bhikshu..
aththeya bohose…
Klesha nasna bhikshu..
aththeya bohose…
Rahathun niwasana… paaya prakaase…
Rahathun niwasana… paaya prakaase…

Bhulo mathehi.. dewlo pawa se…
Pena mepura muni shaasana waa se…
Irdiyen yannawu nek rahathunge…
Irdiyen yannawu nek rahathunge…
Sewanelleni hiru…. rashmiya bhange…
Sewanelleni hiru…. rashmiya bhange…

Maanel nelum ha… olu pooshpa dee…
Aththe pokunuwala bo jala pea de…
Seru panthi panthi….
peenathi bohose…
Seru panthi panthi….
peenathi bohose…
Anuraadha naagaraya den pene na se…
Anuraadha naagaraya den pene na se…

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Independent regulatory body to develop cinema & television industry

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The Cabinet has approved the establishment of an independent regulatory body to provide necessary facilities and guidance for the development of the cinema and television industry.

The State Film Corporation was established under the State Film Corporation Act No. 47 of 1971 to promote local cinema and was renamed as the National Film Corporation in 1980.

The government said the film industry is facing a severe setback due to various problems and it has been recognized that there is a need to establish an independent regulatory agency to revive the film industry.

“It also appears desirable to have an independent body to provide guidance to develop the television industry. After taking these factors into consideration, the proposal made by the Mass Media Minister was approved by the Cabinet,” it said.

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Yohani receives Dubai Golden Visa Award

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Sri Lankan singing sensation Yohani De Silva received the ‘Golden Visa’ awarded by Dubai, UAE.

The prestigious award awarded by the Dubai authorities to the people who have made a great contribution in the fields of arts, culture and entertainment is known as ‘Golden Visa’.

Yohani continues to captivate audiences with her unique blend of traditional Sri Lankan folk music and contemporary pop music, and the ‘Golden Visa’ recognizes her unwavering commitment to artistic excellence and commitment to promoting cultural diversity on a global scale.

In a Facebook post, Yohani said that she is thrilled to share the incredible news of being honored with the prestigious Golden Visa in Dubai. 

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French murder mystery film wins Palme d’Or at Cannes

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French murder mystery film Anatomy of a Fall has taken the top prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival.

Director Justine Triet won the Palme d’Or for her tense courtroom drama, which tells the story of a writer accused of her husband’s murder.

She becomes the third female director ever to win the prestigious prize, which was first awarded in 1955.

Her thriller stars German actress Sandra Hüller, who also stars in the Cannes runner-up, The Zone of Interest.

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