The bronze lady

Standing around 12 inches tall this is one lady that every artiste in Sri Lankan cinema field are eagerly waiting to get their hands on. Yes, she is the bronze lady with the chiseled features which bring pride and joy to many who were able to get their hands around her miniature frame.

The svelte statue was modeled by renowned artist and sculptor Tissa Ranasinghe during the period that Meemana Prematileke was the editor of Sarasaviya. Though the statue was said to be influenced by the Filmfare statuette, the carved figure derived its local touch with the

Around 19 of these will be handed out to those who have stood out with their work in the films from the past two years.

The model had remained untouched for over four decades and is considered as the emblem of Sarasaviya Awards Festival.