
Young Sri Lankan singer Upendra Siriwardena has gained international recognition through her performance on The Voice of Finland.
During the Blind Audition stage, all four judges selected her and praised her exceptional talent.
She captivated the audience with her rendition of Mamini Maa Deiya, a song rooted in traditional Sinhala folk music.
A video of her performance, shared on the official Voice of Finland Facebook page, has garnered 1.1 million views.
Upendra made history by setting a record in the first round of the 14-year-old singing competition.
She noted that she received the least amount of attention from a judge at the start of her performance, making her success even more remarkable.
Speaking about her achievement, she emphasized that this was not just a personal victory but a triumph for Sri Lanka’s music industry.
Her success has helped bring Sri Lankan folk music to the international stage, earning global recognition.