WATCH: An Eight-Minute Surf Film Shot on Sri Lanka’s East Coast
Eastbound was born from a conversation that unfolded over two years between Sydney-based photographer and cinematographer Lachlan Dempsey and Sri Lankan surfer Thillina Mayuranga. When Dempsey first moved to Sri Lanka’s southwest coast for a work assignment, he often found himself behind the lens photographing Mayuranga. Over time, the idea of a film began to […]
In the Lineup: Lesitha Prabath on Surfing, Change, and Sri Lanka’s Next Wave
Sri Lanka’s got more than just postcard-perfect waves and budget backpackers — it’s got talent. Real, homegrown, podium-topping talent. And this isn’t just about one surfer; it’s about a country where the surf scene is growing faster than your board rental bill in peak season. With consistent waves, booming competitions, and surf schools popping up […]