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Hello everyone! Let me introduce myself. My name is Vimukthi Sulakshana Sinhalathilakage, and I am 22 years old. I am the only child in my family, and currently, it is just my mother and me. Tragically, we lost my father on December 31, 2020. That was the darkest day of my life, and I prefer not to recall it because the pain is still too difficult to bear. I started my school journey at St. Mary's College in Dehiwala and later moved to Thurstan College in Colombo. After passing my Advanced Level examinations there, I was able to enter the University of the Visual and Performing Arts. I consider this to be one of the greatest achievements of my life. Currently, I spend my leisure time engaging in dance and music. I have a deep passion for learning and practicing the classical aspects of both these art forms and pursuing a path forward through art. My absolute favorite musical instrument to play is the Daula . As for my future aspirations, I hope to successfully complete my universit...

My Journey into Low Country Dance I have always had a deep love for traditional dance. Since I was a child, I practiced the graceful and energetic Up Country (Kandyan) dance style. However, in 2022, a wonderful new chapter began in my life. I met my teacher, Guru Jagath Gunawardena, at Thurstan College, where he serves as the dance instructor. Meeting him opened up a beautiful opportunity for me to learn the Low Country (Pahatharata) dance form. Guru Jagath is a highly respected teacher who mastered this traditional art under the legendary Guru Sandoris, a master artist from the Raigam Korale. Under my Guru's guidance at his academy, the Sith Roo Academy of Fine Arts in Hokandara, I prepared for my big day. I finally got the chance to make my debut performance (my Kalaeli Madu Mangallaya) at the historic Hokandara Purana Viharaya. It was truly one of the most unforgettable and proudest days of my life. I am deeply grateful to my Guru for passing down this sacred art to us. I wish h...