Voicing for the next generation

Ishara JAYAWARDANE

Armed with the experience of four successful seasons, the show promises a fresh format, never before tested in Sri Lankan television screens. It is Sirasa Superstar Season 5 nicknamed as 'The Next Voice'.

Mohan Bharara, Nedra Weerasinghe and Neel Chatterjee

Heshan Gamage, Nirosha Virajini, Shihan Mihiranga Pictures by Geeth De Mel

The channel will officially launch the original reality singing series, which has been a platform for more than 100,000 participants who longed to conquer the title.

"We are ready once again to change the landscape of television in Sri Lanka and launch SEASON 5 in the series. For the first time in Sri Lankan TV, a show offers Rs. 10 million as its top prize. We have creative people working on the show. And no doubt this will be another big winner for Sri Lankan television audiences. Being the leaders in the industry we are very aware that we have to stay ahead of the curve. This season therefore is another exciting and innovative show that will guarantee fresh content to television audiences around Sri Lanka. Reality TV features unscripted situations played out by ordinary people. What we want to do is attract the strongest and most talented vocalist from around Sri Lanka from all walks of life. The Capital Maharaja group is extremely committed to be part of Sri Lankan life. This we have been doing over the past 18 years since we launched our media. All these are a part of our lives as they are of yours. We have been and also continue to be involved in shaping the television industry in this country and keep audiences engaged," said Sirasa Group Director Nedra Weerasinghe.

The team will take the full fledged support of the strong technical expertise and high- end production resources established at the Stein Studios.

"The Capital Maharaja Organization Limited is a very diversified group which contributes to the growth and prosperity of the nation, providing livelihood to thousands of families. We aim at excellence and honesty in all that we do. Our strong presence and innovation in media is something all of you are familiar with," said Group Director/CEO, Maharaja Organization, Mohan Bharara.

The panel of judges include the Nirosha Virajini, Heshan Gamage and Shihan Mihiranga.

"This is about a dream, if you have the talent we have the opportunity. Which is why we do it year after year and it has given us so much confidence. And if there is a youngster sitting there with talent in his/her body and desire in his/her heart he/she will get that opportunity," said Maharaja Group Director Neel Chatterjee.