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Photographer - Matsu Ame (Japan)
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA — Sri Lankan-born singer, songwriter, composer, actress, filmmaker, and medical professional Dr. Kanchanamala Ranasinghe, known as Kanchi, brings together her artistic roots and lifelong interest in healing with the release of her latest world music single, “Heal This World.” Blending contemporary music with influences from Northern Indian traditions and global sounds, the song reflects Kanchi’s belief that music can offer people a place of calm in an increasingly chaotic world.
Born and raised in Sri Lanka before establishing her career in Australia, Kanchi grew up surrounded by the arts. Her parents were celebrated theatre artists who performed lead roles in more than 5,000 consecutive performances over 31 years, earning a Guinness World Record for their longevity in theatre. Their dedication to performance became one of the earliest and most lasting influences on Kanchi’s own artistic journey.
While pursuing medicine, Kanchi continued nurturing her passion for music. She studied sitar and Northern Indian Hindustani music and, after becoming a specialist, returned to formal musical study. Her artistic work has since expanded across singing, songwriting, music direction, composition, acting, filmmaking and production. She has performed more than 50 original songs and produced more than 75.
Her artistic career has also earned international recognition. In 2024, Kanchi received the “Best of Asia Award for Classical Singing” at the InterContinental Music Awards in Los Angeles. Her work in film and music video has also been recognized internationally, including selections and screenings at Los Angeles and New York film festivals, semifinalist recognition at the Tokyo Women’s Film Festival, and a second-place award at the International Music Video Awards at the Indian Star Film Festival.
For Kanchi, however, the purpose behind her music extends beyond awards and performances. Her medical background has influenced her curiosity about the relationship between sound, emotion, and wellbeing. After moving to Australia, she found herself immersed in a multicultural environment that exposed her to musical traditions from around the world. She began exploring different musical patterns and sounds with one question in mind: how can music create a sense of calm?
“I was looking for music patterns that calm the mind,” Kanchi explains. “I want to try and heal people, and I think healing with music is one of the best options we have.”
That philosophy became the foundation for “Heal This World.” The idea for the song came to Kanchi while she was traveling by train in Japan. Reflecting on the struggles people face around the world, she began thinking about how much could change if people simply shared what they had with one another, including love, kindness, and happiness. The lyrics came to her during the journey, prompting her to begin writing.
Written and musically directed by Kanchi Ranasinghe, with music by Australian multi-instrumentalist Connor Devine, “Heal This World” is ultimately an invitation to slow down, reconnect and remember the humanity shared across cultures and borders.
“I hope they will find the music as a healing place, as a place that they could come to when they need to calm their mind,” Kanchi says. “And how important it is to love each other, to make this a better world for all of us.”
With “Heal This World,” Kanchi continues building a body of work that reflects both sides of her life: the scientist searching for ways to help others and the artist using music to create connection. Her broader artistic journey continues with forthcoming contemporary and world music releases, as well as a new film for which she wrote the script, composed music, and will portray the lead female role.
“Heal This World” is available now on YouTube, and received promotional support from Starlight PR.
About Kanchi Ranasinghe
Dr. Kanchanamala Ranasinghe (Kanchi) is a Sri Lankan-born, Australia-based singer, songwriter, composer, actress, filmmaker, music director and medical professional. A specialist general practitioner, senior lecturer in medicine, and clinical researcher, Kanchi brings together her medical background and artistic heritage through music centered on love, healing, cultural connection, and global understanding. She has performed more than 50 original songs, produced more than 75 songs, and received international recognition for her work in music and film. Through her artistic work, Kanchi aims to create music that calms the mind, touches hearts, and builds connections across cultures.
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