Colloquies with Shenal

When the wave of thoughts breaks spraying foams of emotions while the trees grow spreading their tender leaves around, he questions the ability of a poet to stay still and calm holding one’s breath walking on barefoot with eyes closed. He also questions the status quo of the society to facilitate a better future. He questions the loopholes of the system, issues that have never been addressed and humanity in a broader scope. Yet they are not mere questions. They are poems filled with deep sense of love for humanity, meaning and its transcendence. His sharp poetic eye coupled with strong language skills create magnificent pieces of poetry to soothe the burning minds and souls with immense affection. He is none other than: Lakshantha Athukorala – The estuary where the poetry meets its purpose. As a bud becomes a flower, a poetic silent whisper could become a cyclone of thoughts in the minds of readers. Moreover, it is hard to question the difference between a bud and a flower, when...

Not all stories are meant to change the world. Yet indeed are mostly food for thought. In an era barraged with technology, stories are vital to rejuvenate the dying souls. Spiced up with color and vigor, stories bring novelty while making the life worth living. When the artistry of storytelling blends with antiquity, Doolwala Alankare is born. Despite the fact that it’s been her first novel, Sumudu Niragi Sen eviratne, as the author of this epic novel astounds the readers beyond all suppositions of neophytism. Capturing the land marking incidents of post 1815 Sri Lanka, the writer narrates her story through a male protagonist (Surendara Naide) who is a mural artist by profession. Guided by the ancestry of Surendara Naide, the story stimulates inquisitive minds for further details of the culture of Kandyan era. Enriched with art and literature, the frescoes of Kandyan kingdom depict the grandeur of ancient creativity in a unique way. Escorting the beauty of such artistry t...

When a story escapes from its boundaries of narration and wings with its sublime creativity, Me Rahas Kauluwen Ebenna is born. Written from a bird’s-eye-point of view, the story emancipates the reader to observe the cursory looks of stupefaction. The story finds its serenity amidst the chaos of urbanity with a random yet careful identification of its male protagonist: Thivanka. Having Thivanka a s its backdrop, the story flows ceaselessly with undisputed waters connecting different tributaries of social dynamics. Several characters like Keshini, Asith, Uvani, Kamal, Piumi, Sanda, Tania and Raalika have been clung to bring vivid shades of banal life scripts while juxtaposing the extremes of social strata in a cinematic way. In a world where jouissance is no longer being catered, existence becomes a mere facade. This is where the plot plays its crucial role. Being an erudite advocate, the author: Kaushalya Kumarasinghe prudently weaves the story using the phantom threads of p...

No pressure – No diamonds” they said. Yet none explained what exactly a person has to undergo to become what he\she truly meant to be. “Be different” they said. Yet none declared how strenuous the process is. “You are more than what you think” they said. Yet only handful of people acknowledge the hardships of pursuing the truest version of oneself. In a context where respect is earned by conform ing to principles, morality or reality, Karan Johar: the narrator faces a paradox. Even though continuous trolling and obnoxious statements are made about him on daily basis, there’s a massive crowd chasing him with great deal of love, respect and care. Being in the lime light for many decades – especially in the industry of entertainment, he has often been taken for granted for everything. Yet His body of work, media presence and the quintessential rapport maintained with the leading film stars undeniably make him the face of contemporary Indian media business. Yet why do somebody shoul...

There are certain things that you could never understand. At least to a certain extent, it would be difficult to articulate, fathom and assure to yourself, that something of that sort could happen. Reading “Wave” gave me an experience of such, which will never be forgotten, for sure. Its deep evocative poignancy still haunts my mind, even after completing the reading for days. It is not a mere mem oir; it is indeed more than a book that represents mere details. Each word, phrase and sentence has been crafted with an utmost essence of love. If you are person who could sense the moisture of words, the fragility of phrases, and the warmth a sentence could bring; I attest, you would never find a substitute to this piece of work. Writing in retrospect, isn’t an easy task. Recalling the memories of a colorful past, transcribing thoughts into words and rearranging it with an eye on readability, only a writer could possibly understand the excruciating pain the author had undergone. Y...

He is a multi-disciplinarian in every sense. From poems, foreign news, columns to cyber writing he shines in every nooks and corners of literature. A dynamic table tennis player and banker by profession. Who else could be my first guest when there’s all in one package? Let me introduce my first guest: Sahan Kaseera Wickramasinghe - The boundryless man. Tell us about your journey as a writer? All throughout my history, pen has been my closest friend. My love for literature and arts since childhood offered me variety of opportunities to show case my potential tale during my school tenor. This indeed manured an aspiring young writer. My never quenching thirst for reading and unending curiosity offered me new avenues to venture in the field of literature. From poems, columns to cyber writing, all have added various shades to my colour of talent. In person, my diverse exposure to no of fields ranging from literature to banking and even to sports gave me a new point of view to...

Her poetry captivates  readers' souls mysteriously. Her enticing poetic essence transpires the beauty of her enigmatic soul for the love of humanity and nature. Amid the chaos of life, the celebration of her creativity remains clam, serene and undisturbed. Her deep understanding and undying passion for writing have paved her the way to reach the heights as a poetess with a great sense of stoicism. She is none other than Malathi Kalpana Ambrose: An alluring poetess with an enigmatic beauty.  If you wish to feel the tranquility of stillness, she sincerely requests you to visit the silent shore of her poetic soul and collect the sea shells of poems. If you have more time, she also requests you to sit beside her to talk about the sands of people who generously served the world and left with broken hearts as the sleeping ocean which is being constantly broken by waves. She also allows you to shed tears of pearls on behalf of the long forgotten, thousands of people wh...