OFFICIALLY SELECTED: 'Manawadu Estate' to Stream Globally on OpenFilmZone

We are absolutely thrilled to announce a monumental milestone for independent filmmaking! Our latest cinematic venture, "Manawadu Estate" (මානවඩු එස්ටේට්), is officially coming soon to screens worldwide.

The film has been officially selected for global streaming on the prestigious OpenFilmZone (OFZ) platform, and we are excited to reveal that it will also have a massive Global YouTube Premiere on March 27, 2026!

A Groundbreaking Cinematic First

"Manawadu Estate" is more than just a thriller; it is a technical pioneer. It is proudly recognized as Sri Lanka’s very first Screenlife and Found Footage Science Fiction feature film. By blending Sri Lankan storytelling with an experimental, international narrative style, this film proves what can be achieved with a low-budget, high-concept vision. We pushed the boundaries of modern indie filmmaking to bring this mysterious story to life, utilizing a unique and resourceful technical pipeline:

• Shot Entirely on Insta360 Ace Pro: Delivering an unmatched, immersive first-person perspective that puts the viewer directly into the heart of the mystery.

  
  

• AI-Driven Visual Effects: Crafted using a groundbreaking combination of Artificial Intelligence tools and Adobe After Effects for stunning sci-fi visuals.

  
  

• Original AI-Generated Score: Featuring an atmospheric BGM created using Suno AI tools, meticulously edited in Adobe Premiere to heighten the tension.

Where and When to Watch

Mark your calendars! The wait is almost over. "Manawadu Estate" will be available to audiences around the world simultaneously.

• Release Date: March 27, 2026

  
  

• Where to Watch: Streaming globally on openfilmzone.com and premiering worldwide on YouTube.

Prepare yourselves for a new kind of cinematic experience. Stay tuned to our social media channels for the official trailer drop as we count down to March 27th!