Yohani announces debut album launch in ’Kella’ October

• Celebrates appointment as Brand Ambassador for LOVI Ceylon and Lanka Premier League

South Asian pop sensation Yohani last week announced her debut album ‘Kella’ due to be launched in October this year at a celebration hosted at Colombo’s newest rooftop venue – Headquarters by W15. 

The announcement comes alongside her appointment as Brand Ambassador for high fashion brand LOVI Ceylon and Lanka Premier League, Sri Lanka’s highlight domestic cricketing fixture. 

Yohani took the region by storm and rose to global stardom with her hit song ‘Manike Mage Hithe’ in 2021 and has since seen a meteoric ascension in her career trajectory touring global venues and signing with the world’s largest record label. 

“This feels like a significant milestone in Yohani’s journey as an artist and icon as much as for us as a team that supports her to be her best. I think this is just the start of things to come but it feels great to celebrate the crazy year we’ve had and to celebrate all the great people we have met and had the pleasure of being supported by. I have to extend my thanks to Lanka Premier League and LOVI Ceylon for their trust in our ability to add value. It is a celebration of the work everyone has put in, but it’s really only just the start of things to come,” noted Entertainment Executive and Creative Director Dilanjan Seneviratne, who leads Yohani’s management. 

‘Kella’ is Yohani’s debut album and is set to be launched in October this year alongside a host of exciting announcements linked to her future continuing to showcase Sri Lanka’s musical heritage to the world.

“It’s been a whirlwind journey for me and my team over the last couple of years. We toured across the world, had the privilege of collaborating with some of the biggest names in Bollywood, and continued to make music. I’m super excited to announce my debut album Kella, this year after what feels like a lifetime of working on the album. It’s been a dream come true to be able to do what I love and work with amazing partners like Asanka and Natharlea from the LOVI team. Above all, we’ve had an unbelievable few years and I’m excited to see what the future holds for us,” commented Yohani at an intimate celebration hosted by her friends, family and supporters to celebrate the announcement.

The 14-track album Kella composed entirely by Yohani has been two years in the making and draws inspiration from true events and experiences. The album promises to guide listeners on a musical journey bursting with emotion and creative flair. The album was announced by Yohani at the stroke of midnight against a backdrop of fireworks in the Colombo sky amidst a gathering of friends and family.

LOVI Ceylon, the ambitious Sri Lankan high fashion brand also shared the announcement of Yohani’s appointment as the brand’s ambassador to the world. “We all love her music, and she’s truly a princess,” commented LOVI Ceylon Founder Asanka de Mel continuing, “When we met, her courage, ambition, and work ethic were clear to me. She has put together a great team around her and we want to be part of her journey dressing her the way she deserves to be dressed when she realises all of her dreams.” 

The celebration bore added significance to Yohani as it coincided with her birthday. The event and announcements signify the trifecta of another chapter in Yohani’s life, her soaring musical career and growth from strength to strength through key strategic partnerships with iconic brands.