12 July,2026 07:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Alia Bhatt and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor (Pictures via X)
Alia Bhatt and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor's friendship once again took centre stage during the latter's wedding celebrations, as a heartwarming moment from the festivities won over social media. A video showing Alia helping tie Akansha's kaleeras ahead of her wedding to filmmaker Sharan Sharma has gone viral, with fans calling it one of the sweetest moments from the celebrations.
The intimate ceremony, attended by close friends and family, saw several Bollywood celebrities coming together to celebrate the couple's special day. However, it was Alia's affectionate gesture towards her childhood friend that stole the spotlight online. In the now-viral clip, the actor is seen carefully tying Akansha's bridal kaleeras, sharing smiles and laughter with the bride before the wedding rituals began.
The touching moment reflected the close bond the two actresses have shared for years. Alia and Akansha have often spoken about their long-standing friendship and are frequently seen celebrating birthdays, holidays and family occasions together. Their camaraderie was evident throughout the wedding festivities, with Alia standing by Akansha during several key moments.
Videos from the celebrations have been making the rounds on social media, capturing everything from emotional family moments to lively dance performances. Alia was also seen setting the dance floor ablaze during the sangeet ceremony as she performed to Shah Rukh Khan's iconic track "Maahi Ve" from Kal Ho Naa Ho. She was joined on stage by Akansha's sister Anushka Ranjan and actor Aditya Seal, with the performance receiving a roaring response from guests and fans online.
The wedding itself was an intimate affair, with Akansha and Sharan exchanging vows in the presence of their loved ones after dating privately for several years. The couple later shared dreamy wedding photographs on social media, offering fans a glimpse into their special day and receiving congratulatory messages from friends across the film industry.
Alia also turned heads with her elegant traditional look for the festivities. Dressed in a richly embroidered purple silk saree paired with statement jewellery, the actor struck the perfect balance between classic and contemporary style, earning praise from fashion enthusiasts.
While every wedding has memorable moments, Alia tying Akansha's kaleeras became one of the highlights of the celebrations. The heartfelt gesture, coupled with her energetic dance performance, added a personal touch to the festivities and gave fans another glimpse of the duo's enduring friendship, making the videos some of the most talked-about moments from the star-studded wedding.
