Sri Lanka, Jan. 16 -- The funeral of veteran singer and musician Raju Bandara is scheduled to be held tomorrow (17) afternoon at the Borella Cemetery.

His remains will be laid at a private funeral home in Borella from 10.00 a.m. today to allow the public and fans to pay their last respects.

Raju Bandara, who had been ill for some time, passed away at his residence yesterday afternoon at the age of 65.

A highly popular and versatile performer, Bandara won the hearts of music lovers over several decades. He was well known for a number of hit songs, including "I Love You More Than the Whole World," "Golden Bells Ringing," and "In the Heart," among many others.

His contribution to Sri Lankan music, both on stage and through recordings, ha...