Colombo, Sri Lanka – In a historic night at the 2023 Close Up Derana Music Video Awards, La Signore’s captivating music video “As Wasa” by Mama’s Boys Films shattered records, claiming a staggering 7 out of 9 awards. This feat, marking the highest number of awards received for a single song in the event’s history, firmly cements both La Signore and Mama’s Boys as rising stars in the Sri Lankan music scene.
This triumph marks the third successful collaboration between La Signore and Mama’s Boys Films, following the acclaimed music videos “Mata Rawana” and “China Town.” The dynamic duo’s artistic synergy shone brightly as they dominated the awards, with “As Wasa” taking home top honors in the below categories.
- Best Music Video of the Year 2022
- Best Sri Lankan Pop Video – 2022
- Best Direction – Mama’s Boys Films
- Best Cinematography – Dimuthu Kalinga
- Best Editing – Sithum Samarajeewa
- Best Art Direction – Kumara Karawdeniya
- Best Actress in a Video – Manju De Silva
Beyond the awards, the night also held significance for the collective spirit behind Mama’s Boys Films. Upon receiving the award for Best Direction, Ilham Hossen, a member of the collective, made a bold announcement – their search for a producer for their long-gestating film project, a passion project penned over the past three years. This open declaration in front of the industry’s elite ignited both excitement and anticipation for the collective’s future endeavors.
La Signore’s “As Wasa” and its subsequent award haul at the Derana Music Video Awards serve as a testament to the power of creative collaboration and artistic vision. With Mama’s Boys Films declaring their next step onto the big screen, the Sri Lankan entertainment industry can expect even more captivating stories and groundbreaking projects in the years to come.
Link for the Video
http://tinyurl.com/As-wasa
