President graces City of Dreams Sri Lanka opening night

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From left: Melco Resorts & Entertainment Chairman and CEO Lawrence Ho, John Keells Holdings Chairperson Krishan Balendra, and President Anura Kumara Disanayake at the City of Dreams Sri Lanka opening night

Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan set the stage on fire in Colombo with a stunning dance performance at the grand opening of City of Dreams Sri Lanka on Saturday night

City of Dreams Sri Lanka rolled out the red carpet on Friday (1), the first evening of its grand opening, with an event graced by President Anura Kumara Disanayake and attended by a cohort of local and international dignitaries.

Distinguished attendees included John Keells Holdings PLC Chairperson Krishan Balendra and Melco Resorts & Entertainment Chairman and CEO Lawrence Ho, alongside senior executives from both companies, as well as present and former Government representatives and business and corporate luminaries.

The festivities continued on to Saturday (2) with an exclusive performance by Indian superstar Hrithik Roshan, promising another unforgettable showcase of world-class entertainment.

As South Asia’s first fully integrated resort and the largest private-sector investment in luxury tourism to date, City of Dreams Sri Lanka represents a $ 1.2 billion commitment to elevating Colombo’s global appeal. trategically situated in the heart of the city, the resort is set to redefine Sri Lanka’s position on the tourism world map.

City of Dreams Sri Lanka offers 800 exquisitely appointed rooms and suites, comprising a 687-room premium lifestyle resort, Cinnamon Life, and the 113-room ultra-luxury resort Nüwa and Shoppes, featuring home-grown luxury retail.

At its core lies a state-of-the-art casino and entertainment zone operated by Melco to exacting international luxury gaming standards, while expansive Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) facilities have been purpose-built to host global meetings, conferences, and exhibitions.

City of Dreams Sri Lanka also features a portfolio of signature dining experiences crafted by world-renowned chefs and immersive performance venues designed for concerts, cultural showcases, and exclusive events.

Every element of the resort is underpinned by a deep commitment to sustainable development, integrating cutting-edge environmentally friendly technologies and community initiatives to ensure a lasting positive impact on Sri Lanka.

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