Veteran singer Saman De Silva passes away

Veteran singer Saman De Silva, a renowned and much-loved Baila artist, has passed away at the age of 69, family sources confirmed.

 

Some of his most popular songs include Niyare Piya Nagala, Punchi Kurulu Kuduwe, Suroopi Viroopi (Epa Epa Rewatenu), Santhosa Wenna Preethi Wenna, Thana Nilla Dige, and Pura Handa Neguna—all of which continue to resonate with fans.

 

Over the course of his career, De Silva performed across the globe, bringing Sri Lankan music to international audiences.

 

He was also an alumnus of Nalanda College, Colombo.