ELLEGANZA produces luxury events, national pageants and international workshops. We scout, mentor and showcase talent — runway, portfolio, grooming and production at global standards.
ELLEGANZA is a Sri Lankan luxury event and talent production house that creates world-class platforms for aspiring models, designers, and brands. We bridge creativity, culture, and opportunity through events that meet international standards in fashion and production.
Founded by Nimesh Miranda, ELLEGANZA brings together experience in international modeling, fashion production, and talent management to deliver global-standard events from Sri Lanka. The company’s initiatives connect the next generation of talent with opportunities across fashion, beauty, entertainment, and media industries.
To discover, develop, and showcase exceptional talent while producing experiences that celebrate artistry, professionalism, and inclusivity in every aspect of fashion and entertainment.
To be South Asia’s leading talent and event house recognized for global-standard productions and transformative opportunities that empower individuals to shine on international stages.
Professionalism • Opportunity • Inclusivity • Creativity • Integrity
Nimesh Miranda is an internationally recognized model, event director, and creative producer. With extensive experience working with global brands and pageants, he established ELLEGANZA to build a professional bridge between Sri Lankan talent and the international fashion world.
Premiere workshops, national pageants and curated brand showcases — discover upcoming experiences, timelines, faculty and how to register.
A focused two-day program covering runway technique, grooming, confidence coaching, nutrition basics and portfolio guidance for aspiring models (ages 18–40). Includes certificate + sponsor gifts.
A national pageant celebrating talent, style and cultural pride. Stages include Talent Round, National Costume Round and a Grand Finale — supported by an expert judges panel and trainers.
A culturally rooted festival celebrating New Year traditions with modern pageantry — includes the Muthupura Avurudu Kumara & Kumariya program and community showcases.
Premium event production, talent development and brand media—delivered at international standards.
Runway shows, national pageants, brand showcases & VIP experiences with end-to-end show direction.
Dream Builders: runway, grooming, portfolio & confidence coaching for ages 18–40.
Scouting, mentoring and bookings for commercials, campaigns and international exposure.
Creative direction, styling and content production for launches, lookbooks & social campaigns.
Premium hospitality, beauty and fashion partners supporting ELLEGANZA events.
“ELLEGANZA helped me find a clear path from beginner to professional model. The workshop gave me confidence on and off the ramp.”
— Participant, Dream Builders
“Production quality and backstage management were world-class. Our brand received premium visibility and content.”
— Partner Brand
“Community program brought real industry standards to our youth festival—well organized and inspiring.”
— Muthupura Awurudu Kumara Kuamriya Committee
Moments from Muthupura — click any image to view fullscreen.
The creative minds and visionaries behind ELLEGANZA — each bringing years of expertise in fashion, beauty, and design.
Founder & Creative Director
A visionary model, pageant director, and creative producer dedicated to elevating Sri Lankan talent on global platforms.
Founder & CEO – Glowish by Dileka
Entrepreneur and cosmetic specialist, leading Glowish — a beauty brand redefining elegance and skincare innovation.
Founder – Brides by Udara Malshan
Award-winning beautician and bridal stylist, inspiring the next generation of beauty professionals across Sri Lanka.
Fashion Designer & Pageant Judge
International fashion designer known for fusing tradition and modernity, and mentoring young pageant contestants.
Professional Beautician & Makeup Artist
Specialises in bridal, editorial and pageant makeup. Contact: +94 70 396 3210.
Executive Chef – Mikayla Resort
Experienced executive chef overseeing culinary operations, menu development and staff training at Mikayla Resort. Champion of Sri Lankan cuisine in premium hospitality and participating as a culinary representative in international events such as the Dream Builders Workshop in Paris (Nov 9, 2025).
Actor / Choreographer / Dance Instructor
Rukshana Dissanayake is a known Sri Lankan actress and performer who has appeared in TV and film productions and is active in the dance and performance community. (Public profiles & credits: IMDb / local TV directories). :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Actress & Media Personality
Dananji Tharuka (often credited as Danu Tharuka) is a Sri Lankan actress and model active across TV and film; she maintains a public social profile and film credits in Sinhala cinema. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Dance Choreographer | Founder – Meshan Dissanayake Dance Academy, Dubai
Celebrated choreographer with over 20 years of experience, founder of Meshan Dissanayake Dance Academy in Dubai. Honored with the Narthana Kala Vibhushana title in 2021 for his contribution to Sri Lankan arts and culture. Official choreographer and judge for national and international events.
Director — The Bridal House
Lion Nalika Rajapaksha (PMAF) is Director of The Bridal House. She spent her childhood at No.35/6 Old Kasbawa Road, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, and studied at Mahamaya Balika Vidyalaya, Nugegoda. An active student involved in school societies and extracurriculars, Nalika completed Ordinary and Advanced Levels with Commerce and Accountancy subjects.
Nalika has led bridal and beauty services with a focus on professionalism, customer experience and high-service standards. (If you have a profile image or PDF for Nalika, place it at includes/assets/images/team/Nalika.jpg and/or provide a portfolio PDF path and I’ll wire a View Portfolio button.)
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