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A Beautiful Fusion of Cultures: Sean and Daniella’s Wedding Celebration

Sean Mara and Daniella celebrated their wedding in a memorable event filled with love, joy, and cultural harmony. The groom, of Sri Lankan heritage, and the bride, from a Chaldean background, combined their traditions to create a wedding that honored both cultures.

The ceremony took place at Our Lady Guardian of Plants Children Catholic Parish, where the couple received heartfelt blessings from family and friends. The atmosphere was warm and emotional, creating a truly special and sacred moment for everyone present.

The evening reception at Fior, Brunswick, Melbourne, Australia, showcased a night of elegance and celebration. Guests enjoyed entertainment reflecting both cultures, including traditional Chaldean drumming that brought energy and vibrancy to the event. The wedding was a joyous union of two rich traditions, leaving lasting memories for all who attended.

 

  • Event: Sean Mara and Daniella’s Wedding

  • Date: Friday, 10th October 2025

  • Venue: Our Lady Guardian of Plants Children Catholic Parish (ceremony), Fior, Brunswick, Melbourne (reception)

  • Organizer: Family of the bride and groom

 

Katen Doe

Rishini Weeraratne

Editor, The Sun (Sri Lanka) Rishini Weeraratne is a prominent figure in Sri Lanka’s media industry, with an impressive portfolio spanning journalism, digital media, and content strategy. As the Editor of The Sun (Sri Lanka) and The Weekend Online at the Daily Mirror, she plays a pivotal role in shaping thought-provoking and engaging content. In her capacity as Head of Social Media at Wijeya Newspapers Limited, she oversees the social media strategy for leading platforms, including Daily Mirror Online, Lankadeepa Online, Tamil Mirror Online, HI!! Online, Daily FT Online, Times Online, WNow English, and WNow Sinhala. Beyond her editorial work, Rishini is the author of ‘She Can,’ a widely followed weekly column celebrating the stories of empowered women in Sri Lanka and beyond. Her writing extends to fashion, events, lifestyle, world entertainment news, and trending global topics, reflecting her versatile approach to journalism. Recognized for her contributions to digital media, Rishini was honoured with the Top50 Professional and Career Women’s Global Award in 2023 for Leadership in Digital Media in Sri Lanka by Women in Management, IFC (a subsidiary of the World Bank) and Australia Aid, and the 2025 Sri Lanka Vanitha-Abhimana Award for the Corporate and Professional Sector. Under her guidance, her team has achieved significant accolades, including Social Media House of the Year (2020, New Generation Awards), Youth Corporate Award (2021, New Generation Awards) and the Silver Award from YouTube for both Daily Mirror Online and Lankadeepa Online. Currently, Rishini divides her time between London and Colombo, continuing to drive innovation in media while championing powerful storytelling across multiple platforms.

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