Sri Lanka, Aug. 21 -- Sri Lanka's iconic songstress Nanda Malini passed away at her residence in Nawala yesterday (20) marking an end of another golden era of Sinhala music arena. For over seven decades, her voice resonated through the valleys and streets of the country and she received revered status as an incomparable musician who always fought for the cause of downtrodden in her ideology.Maldives News

Nanda Malini, born on August 23, 1943, in Aluthgama, is far more than a singer; she is a cultural landmark whose artistry bridged the gap between academic precision and raw, emotional power.

Throughout her career, Nanda Malini was known for selecting themes rooted in real-life experiences and social and cultural realities. Her songs exp...