අපි old වෙද්දී looks ඔක්කොම යනවා
byAnonymous· July 9, 2026
Introduction
The phrase "අපි old වෙද්දී looks ඔක්කොම යනවා" (Api old weddi looks okkoma yanw) has become a widely recognized meme in Sri Lankan social media. Originally said by Sri Lankan singer Ashanya Premadasa during an interview, the statement quickly caught attention for its humor, her delivery, and, ironically, its relatability.
What started as a casual remark soon turned into a viral trend, with people using the phrase in memes, videos, and more.
Origin of the Meme
The phrase "අපි old වෙද්දී looks ඔක්කොම යනවා" was first said by Ashanya Premadasa on Sirasa TV's Tharu Irida Series (Episode 93), which aired on January 26, 2025.
During the interview, the host asked the celebrities about true love and how people's appearances affect attractiveness and relationships. In response, Ashanya casually mentioned how people lose their looks as they age. However, the way she expressed it, combined with her delivery, made the moment unintentionally funny.
Her somewhat serious yet humorous tone struck a chord with the audience. Soon, Sri Lankan social media users and meme pages picked up the phrase and began spreading it.
Literal Meaning of the Phrase
The phrase literally explains how our appearance fades over time.
The word "looks" is commonly used in Sri Lanka to refer to physical appearance and attractiveness.
Early Spread and Popularity
The meme first gained traction on Facebook and Instagram Reels, where people shared the original clip from the episode and adapted it into memes.
Meme pages started adding captions and editing the video to make it even funnier.
The phrase became so popular that it was even used in voiceovers and reaction videos.
Many users related to the phrase and applied it to everyday situations, especially when talking about beauty, aging, and personal experiences.
Eventually, the phrase became a common joke in everyday conversations, even outside of social media.
Video Adaptations
There are several video edits that utilize the phrase;
Meme Adaptations
A post humorously warning against smoking cigarettes or weed, suggesting that they could "make your looks go away. Source: https://web.facebook.com/share/p/1ZFbNfiz2F/
A post showing how one's "looks" disappear after completing a degree, training, getting a job, and settling down. Source: https://web.facebook.com/share/p/15oxXwpXSk/