Chandra Payanna
| "Chandra Payanna (චන්ද්රා පායන්න)" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Sashika Nisansala | |
| Language | Sinhala |
| Released | 13 October 2017 |
| Recorded | 2017 |
| Genre | Sri Lankan Pop, Ballad |
| Length | 3:51 |
| Label | SGM Tunes |
| Composer(s) | Thilina Ruhunage |
| Lyricist(s) | Manuranga Wijesekara |
| Producer(s) | Thilina Ruhunage |
| Music video | |
| [Payanna] | |
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"Chandra Payanna" (Script error: The function "langx" does not exist.) is a Sri Lankan Sinhala-language song performed by Sashika Nisansala.[1] The song was officially released on 13 October 2017.
The song's lyrics were written by Manuranga Wijesekara and the music was composed and produced by Thilina Ruhunage.[2] "Chandra Payanna" became a massive commercial success and is widely regarded as one of Sashika Nisansala's most popular and signature songs. The official music video has accumulated over 50 million views on YouTube.[1]
Background and Composition
"Chandra Payanna" is a melodic pop ballad. The lyrics by Manuranga Wijesekara use the moon (Chandra) as a metaphor to describe the calming and radiant presence of a loved one. The music, composed by Thilina Ruhunage, features a prominent piano melody and a soft orchestral arrangement that complements Nisansala's emotive vocal performance.
Music Video
The official music video for the song was released on 13 October 2017. It was directed by Kasun Mahendra and produced by SGM Tunes.[1] The video features Sashika Nisansala performing the song, interspersed with a visual narrative of a young couple, which was praised for its simple and heartfelt storytelling.
Reception
Upon its release, "Chandra Payanna" became an immediate viral hit in Sri Lanka, dominating radio charts and social media platforms. It received widespread critical acclaim for its soothing melody, poetic lyrics, and Nisansala's vocal delivery.
The song's immense popularity led to several awards. Most notably, "Chandra Payanna" won the award for the **Most Popular Song of the Year** at the 2018 Hiru Golden Film Awards.[3] It remains one of the most-streamed and beloved Sinhala songs of the 2010s decade.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Sashika Nisansala - Chandra Payanna (චන්ද්රා පායන්න)". YouTube. Sashika Nisansala. Retrieved 10 November 2025. Text " Official Music Video" ignored (help)
- ↑ "Chandra Payanna (චන්ද්රා පායන්න) - Sashika Nisansala". Sinhala Song Book. Retrieved 10 November 2025.
- ↑ "Hiru Golden Film Awards 2018 - Winners". Hiru Golden Film Awards. Retrieved 10 November 2025.
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