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’Back to the Elephant Walk’’ movie

16 Mar 2021 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}      

Thico Films, a subsidiary of Thico Group (Pvt.) Ltd is proud to announce the first international movie production ‘Back to Elephant Walk’. The movie will be producing by Thico Films (Pvt.) Ltd Chairperson Ms. Thilini Priyamali and Dr. Isuru Bandara.

‘Back to Elephant Walk’ is a script by Ms. Nisanka Prasadhani Jayathilaka and will be directed by Mr. Nihal Bandara. The Executive producer of the production is Mr. Kapila Gunathilaka.

Joining hands as our cheerleader is Win-stone lifestyle hotel school who made this concept a reality while also sharing the guidelines for international film platforms. The Company is also working closely with the Sri Lanka Tourist Board on behalf of us. 

The story revolves around a young girl of Sri Lankan born and brought up in the US. Having heard about her beautiful motherland from her mother, she decides to visit her country of origin upon her mother’s demise and also, she didn’t forget to bring her mother’s cremains upon her mother request. While in Sri Lanka with her relatives she meets her life partner, of US origin and decides to travel around the country. Romance, adventure and the beauty of Sri Lanka are some striking elements blended into this unique production. While highlighting the historic and cultural importance of Sri Lanka, the production therefore aims to boost the local tourism industry in a pandemic-stricken environment apart from taking local movie production to the international arena. The producers anticipate to release the movie on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime and 22 other sites. 

As one of its signature brands, Thico Films provides the space for creative minds to bring their creativity to life. Some of its services include the provision for tele drama and film crews while providing the equipment and resources for script writing and film, tele drama and video productions and also, we will be looking forward to bring international Producer to direct their owns films in Sri Lanka we will be providing all the necessary equipment’s and facility 

With a diverse range of products and services in a variety of industries, the Thico Group (Pvt.) Ltd has ventured into exploring novel opportunities to benefit its clientele. Each subsidiary registered under the Group has something unique to offer to its customers, be it construction, real estate, gem and jewellery, entertainment or trading.