KARACHI: Arts Council Karachi and Consulate General of Sri Lanka organised dance and musical program ‘Kanya (Poetry in Motion)’. President Arts Council Ahmed Shah, Consul General Jagath Abeywarna and others attended.

Ahmed Shah said that all Sri Lankan artists performed excellently and brought pride to their country. He expressed his happiness over presence of Sri Lankan people and emphasised continuation of cultural promotion between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.  Jagath Abeywarna acknowledged consistent support of Arts Council Karachi in promoting Sri Lankan culture in Pakistan and praised dedicated work of Ahmed Shah in field of arts and culture.

He announced plans for more programmes in Karachi soon.  Chandana Wickramasinghe expressed gratitude to Arts Council Karachi for providing an opportunity to perform on their platform. He felt proud to present Sri Lankan culture and congratulated all artists for their excellent performances. In programme, Sri Lankan artists delivered outstanding performances on ‘Janagi Malaya,’ ‘Ukusa,’ ‘Hoiya Hoiya,’ and ‘Rathnadeepa.’  HE showcased remarkable dances titled ‘Laila me Laila,’ ‘Heritage of Sri Lanka,’ ‘Traditional Devadasi’ and ‘Riddham Rata,’ and performed drums on ‘Thammattam,’ which was highly appreciated by audience. Singer Sonal Prabhashitha received great applause for singing Pakistani songs ‘Pasoori’ and ‘Kanayari.’ In contrast, singer Mahesha Sundamali captivated audience with her renditions of ‘Chaudhvin Ka Chand Ho Ya Aftab Ho’ and ‘Lag Ja Gale.’

Unique style of singer Wikee’s singing also drew attention from audience. Ahmed Shah presented shield to Chandana Wickramasinghe and flowers to singers.