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Originally recorded and broadcast over Radio Ceylon (now SLBC) in the 1970s . Lyrical Highlights

The lyrics focus on the power and grace of the Buddha ( Buddhanu Bawena ), expressing wishes for the victory and prosperity of the people of Sri Lanka ( Hela Derana Jana Jayathu ) . Originally recorded and broadcast over Radio Ceylon (now

"Buddhanu bawena sith neth pahan wee... Hela derana jana jayathu jaya mangalani" (By the power of the Buddha, may hearts and eyes be enlightened... May the people of the Sinhala land be victorious and blessed) . Hela derana jana jayathu jaya mangalani" (By the

Often attributed to Nanda Malini herself . Performed with "great passion intermingled with dignity" by

Performed with "great passion intermingled with dignity" by Nanda Malini .

Listen to "Buddhanu Bhawena" on Spotify or Shazam .

The song's chorus emphasizes inner peace and national well-being through Buddhist teachings: