Pathu Pem Pathum
| "Pathu Pem Pathum (පැතූ පෙම් පැතුම්)" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Bathiya and Santhush (BnS) featuring Umaria Sinhawansa | |
| from the album Shaheena | |
| Released | 2007 (Film) / 2008 (Album) |
| Recorded | 2007 |
| Genre | Sinhala Pop, Pop, Film Soundtrack |
| Length | 5:09 |
| Label | SGM |
| Songwriter(s) | Nilar N. Cassim |
| Producer(s) | Bathiya and Santhush, Sri Shyamalangan |
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"Pathu Pem Pathum" (පැතූ පෙම් පැතුම්; lit. "Desired Wishes of Love") is a major hit song by the popular Sri Lankan musical duo Bathiya and Santhush (BnS), featuring vocals by Umaria Sinhawansa. The song gained massive fame as the main theme for the 2007 Sinhalese feature film Asai Man Piyabanna.
Production and Collaboration
The song is a key collaboration between the popular duo and Umaria, marking an important moment in contemporary Sinhala music.
- Lead Vocals: The female vocals are sung by **Umaria Sinhawansa**, while the male vocals are performed by **Bathiya Jayakody** of BnS.
- Composition: The beautiful melody and original arrangements were done by **Sri Shyamalangan**, and the track was further produced and arranged by Bathiya and Santhush.
- Lyrics: The romantic and poetic Sinhala lyrics were written by veteran lyricist **Nilar N. Cassim**.
- Album Release: Although first featured in the film in 2007, the song was later officially released on the 2008 Bathiya and Santhush album, Shaheena.
Playback Singing and Film Success
"Pathu Pem Pathum" became one of the most recognizable Sri Lankan film songs of its era.
- Film: The track was the main song for the coming-of-age film Asai Man Piyabanna (I Wish to Fly), directed by **Udayakantha Warnasuriya**.
- On-Screen: The song features prominently in the film, which starred **Roshan Ranawana** and Indian actress **Pooja Umashankar**.
- Umaria's Breakthrough: The song served as Umaria Sinhawansa's official debut as a **playback singer** in Sinhala cinema, becoming a career-defining hit. It is famously known that Umaria recorded the track when her elder sister, Umara Sinhawansa, was unable to sing due to illness, leading to Umaria's sudden launch into stardom.
- International Recognition: The song was so popular that it was translated into Hindi and recorded by the legendary Indian playback singer **Asha Bhosle** at a later date, showcasing its international appeal.
Awards and Legacy
- **Sarasaviya Awards (2007):** The song earned Umaria Sinhawansa a nomination for the **Best Playback Singer (Female)** at the prestigious Sarasaviya Film Awards, solidifying her place in the industry.
- The song remains a timeless classic and a cornerstone track in the live performances of Umaria and Bathiya and Santhush, frequently requested by fans across Sri Lanka.
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