🌹 Tribute to Mariazell Gunatilleke 🌹 Today I pause to honour the memory of the late Mariazell Gunatilleke , a beloved Sinhala pop artist of our generation. Her unforgettable hit “Kandy Lamissi” was always on our lips, a song that carried joy and rhythm into everyday life. My first personal encounter with her was about twelve years ago at a Sri Lanka Air Force Anniversary Christian Service , where she sang with grace and power. From that day, I discovered that Mariazell was not only a voice for lively baila songs, but also a soul who poured herself into spiritual and devotional music . Those songs touched hearts deeply and inspired many. She was even invited as a guest artist at the Christmas Programme of the President’s House , a testimony to her wide recognition and the respect she commanded. The last time I met her was in December 2025 at the Winsetha Hospital Christmas event in Punchi Borella , where I shared a Christmas message and she entertained the staff with her...