05 March,2026 05:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Nandini Shah
Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok`s wedding ceremony
Cricketer Arjun Tendulkar and entrepreneur Saaniya Chandhok got married in a dreamy ceremony in Mumbai on 5th March. This high-profile extravaganza was brought to life by Vismay Chokshi, Founder and Director of Eternity by Trinity and Gehna Alimchandani, CEO of Eternity by Trinity. The wedding planners speak exclusively to Mid-day about planning a celebrity wedding while adding personalised cultural touches and ensuring privacy.
Chokshi and Alimchandani revealed that from the moment they began working with Arjun and Saaniya 5 months ago, their focus was never on the scale or media attention, but on ensuring that the celebrations felt intimate, warm, and true to the couple.
They elaborated on the process, "Arjun and Saaniya spoke about wanting something elegant, rooted in tradition, and comfortable for their families and guests. Their vision was clear from day one: cultural authenticity, subtle grandeur, and a celebration that felt meaningful rather than flashy. They wanted to avoid unnecessary functions or anything over-the-top. The mood board evolved from that mindset."
Sharing the Tendulkar family's contribution to the decision-making process, they said, "The family was deeply involved at every stage. From approving concepts and colour palettes to discussing rituals, food, and guest flow, they were part of all key decisions."
The overarching theme was a fusion of cultural roots with refined elegance. Arjun and Saaniya chose to honour their respective Maharashtrian and Punjabi cultures by incorporating traditional elements in one function each.
"The brief was very thoughtfully defined: a Punjabi Mehendi that celebrates the bride's roots, and a Maharashtrian wedding that honours the groom's heritage."
Detailing the events, they said, "The Mehendi was imagined as a vibrant Punjabi carnival-style bazaar with colour, movement, and interactive experiences. The wedding ceremony followed a very different language, subtle grandeur, soft florals, a 270-degree mandap, and a serene atmosphere that highlighted the sanctity of the rituals rather than the decor itself."
The wedding planners revealed how Arjun and Saaniya added personal touches to the functions, which came through culture and emotion rather than obvious symbolism.
"For the Mehendi, we sourced special items directly from Amritsar that the bride and her family love, such as aam papad and mukhwas, and made them part of the gifting experience for guests. And for the wedding, the Maharashtrian Pangat was extremely important to the groom's side. A multi-hall, high-volume seated dining experience was executed traditionally."
Chokshi, Alimchandani and their team always work in big productions, so every event they handle has challenging logistics and expectations. However, with celebrities, there is the additional challenge of privacy. "With a high-profile guest list, security and privacy were naturally a major focus. Each vendor was bound by NDAs, and we introduced a personalised QR code entry system to manage guest access smoothly," they said.
Speaking about how they ensured guests maintained privacy on the big day without making them feel stifled, they said, "The challenge was balancing tight security with warm hospitality, making sure guests felt welcomed, not restricted. Planning seating for nearly 1200 guests while accommodating a much larger guest list required very detailed coordination, but that's where structured planning really matters."
Saaniya is a Mumbai-based entrepreneur and the granddaughter of industrialist Ravi Ghai, chairman of Graviss Group. She has built a career in the pet-care and animal welfare sector and is known for her work as a veterinary technician and entrepreneur.
Meanwhile, Arjun has been in impressive form in the DY Patil Cup and is set to play for Lucknow Super Giants in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL) season.
