On July 12th, 2024, Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani who is India’s wealthiest person was wedded to Radhika Merchant, whose father is industrialist Viren Merchant. Described as “Wedding of the Decade” by press reports this occasion transformed the city and never looked more extravagant than it did on that day came together in what can only be called an awe-inspiring manner; full of wealth, tradition, and renowned personalities
Earlier this week, the pre-wedding festivities began with a Mehendi ceremony full of vibrant colours and music. The guests, among them popular Bollywood actresses such as Priyanka Chopra and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, were embellished with complex henna patterns. A sangeet night later on featured sizzling performances.
The wedding was an extravagant affair befitting a royal at Jio World Center, Mumbai. The venue was converted into a grand stage decorated with beautiful flower decorations and other forms of Indian art. There were also global icons like former UK prime minister Tony Blair among those who graced this occasion from Bollywood royalty such as Shah Rukh Khan and Ranbir Kapoor. Among the guests, reality TV stars Kim Kardashian together with Khloe Kardashian flew in for the event.
In a handcrafted lehenga, the bride, Radhika Merchant, looked very beautiful and attractive, while on the other hand, Anant Ambani in a regal sherwani took the whole place with awe. Following this was a traditional Gujarati wedding ceremony which involved intricate rituals conducted by Hindu priests as a way to wish the couple well. At some point, the two exchanged varmalas as a way of sealing their marriage.
The party isn’t stopping soon. There is going to be a huge reception come July 14th with one or two international stars being said to have been invited. The reception, for which, will see the attendance of other celebrities ranging from politicians such as presidents, prime ministers or ambassadors and captains of their industries like billionaire CEOs among others.
For months now, renowned designers and event management companies have planned the whole event with great precision, to provide an experience that will remain in people’s minds forever. Furthermore, to protect the guests’ privacy and security, Jio World Centre has been extensively guarded.
The extravagant wedding, its critics notwithstanding, has triggered a good deal of interest and excitement. This marriage will not only positively affect society but can impact the economy greatly, and this wedding has set an example of Indian culture and tradition to the world.
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding will undoubtedly live on in people’s memories for years to come, serving as a symbol of the extravagant festivities and splendour that characterize India’s upper class.
