Dandiya Night with Mehendi at Nelum Pokuna

The Lions club of Colombo Metro City District 306-B2 is carrying out various projects with the intention of developing the education in Sri Lanka. Dandiya Night with Mehendi is one of the main events organized by the club, in aid of the rural children. This project work is undertaken by the President Lion Subramaniam Sashikumar M.J.F, Lions club of Colombo Metro City District 306-B2. This event’s contribution is going to be a stepping stone in the development of rural children’s education.

The event will be held on Friday (January 11) from 6 pm to 10 pm at the Rooftop Amphitheatre of Nelum Pokuna Theatre.

Dandiya dance is a beautiful and colorful dance, which represents the tradition and culture of society. It is performed by a group of dancers, who move in circles to measure steps, making time by sticks called ‘Dandiya.’ Rajesh Jain, a popular Dandiya dancer from India, will be hosting this 'Dandiya' night. He and four of his dancers will be coming to make sure that each and every one of the audience, participate for the Dandiya dance. Since his dancing steps are so easy to be followed and interesting, everyone will be compelled to dance with him.

Farhath’s Mehendi is another important feature to make this event special. The audience will experience the magical Mehendi designs and dance to the beat of Dandiya music. Each of Farhath’s design represents the traditional art as well as the modern art.

The dark and natural stains of her special Mehendi cones are really magical. So this show will include extremely varied and exciting programmes like

* Local and overseas dancers performing Dandiya

* Farhath’s Mehendi art designs

* Raffle draw event

* American auction

This night will bring out joyous moments for the audience as they will not only be dancing with Rajesh and his dancers but also have the Farhath’s Mehendi on their palms. To end the night mouthwatering, North Indian dishes will be served.