Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding ceremony was a once-in-a-century kind of event. The glamour, the entourage, and everything else was as grand as one could dream of. Anant and Radhika's haldi ceremony was equally extravagant. Now, an inside video of Anant and Radhika's haldi has made its way to social media, and it looks so much fun. The video that has surfaced on social media shows the bride and groom having the time of their lives as they celebrate their wedding with their friends and family. The video shows everyone drenched in haldi paste and dancing their hearts out. In the video, we can see Anant enjoying himself to the fullest as he pours buckets of haldi paste on almost everyone present. The clip shows Nita Ambani laughing and enjoying as Anant pours a bucket full of haldi on his mom. The video also shows Radhika Merchant, fully coloured in yellow, dancing to the beats of the dhol. It seems like nobody enjoyed themselves as much as Hardik Pandya and Ranveer Singh. The duo were dancing to the dhol, playing with haldi, and beating the drums all at once. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) As soon as the video went viral, netizens started reacting to it. One user wrote, “Asa lg raha Sara enjoy Ranvir ne kiya”. “Sab se jada hardik ne shaadi enjoy ki hai,” wrote another. A third user said, “Yah log to Sone se Holi khelenge” About Anant and Radhika's Wedding Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding ceremony took place at Jio World Convention Centre with guests and family members in attendance. Anant Ambani's grand baraat ceremony happened just before the pheras. The baraat was a total hit with John Cena, Rajinikanth, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan shaking a leg. Deepika Padukone, who’s expecting her first child with Ranveer Singh, skipped the baraat ceremony. For the wedding ceremony, both Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant dressed in custom Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla outfits. Rhea Kapoor, the bride’s stylist, posted about the significance of Radhika’s outfit in Gujarati tradition. The bride’s dupatta and ring featured the initials of the couple, ‘A & R.’ Later, after the pheras were concluded, Radhika changed into a beautiful Manish Malhotra lehenga for her vidai ceremony.
26 July,2024 01:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNatasa Stankovic, who went to Serbia with her son Agastya Pandya a day before announcing her split from cricketer Hardik Pandya, recently posted photos from their museum visit. Amidst separation, check out Hardik Pandya's heartfelt reaction What really got people talking were the comments Hardik left for his son and ex-wife. As soon as Natasa posted on Instagram, Hardik left two comments, each with emoticons. The first comment had an evil eye emoji, followed by a heart eyes emoji and a thumbs up. Two minutes later, the cricketer left another comment, this time just a simple red heart. Serbian model-turned-actress Natasa Stankovic revealed problems in her relationship after publicly announcing her split from cricketer Hardik Pandya on Instagram. Shortly before confirming the separation on Thursday, Natasa travelled to Serbia with their son, Agastya. Currently, Natasa is enjoying time with Agastya in Serbia, as evident from her recent Instagram posts. On July 22, Natasa Stankovic shared some photos of her recent outing with her son, Agastya, in Serbia on Instagram. In one story, Natasa is seen posing with her four-year-old and captioned it, "Heart full of joy." Other pictures show Agastya checking out dinosaur models at a park. One photo captures them happily posing in front of a dinosaur statue, and another shows Agastya playing in the sand. Hardik Pandya-Natasa Stankovic divorce announcement Hardik Pandya recently announced separation with Bollywood actress wife Natasa Stankovic, marking the end of their four-year-long union. The couple, who are blessed with a three-year-old son Agastya, released a joint statement on Instagram saying they decided to 'part ways mutually'. "After 4 years of being together, Natasa and I have decided to mutually part ways. We tried our best together and gave it our all, and we believe this is in the best interest for the both of us. This was a tough decision for us to make, given the joy, mutual respect and companionship we enjoyed together and as we grew a family," Pandya wrote in his Instagram post. "We are blessed with Agastya, who will continue to be at the centre of both our lives and we will co-parent to ensure that we give him everything that we can for his happiness. We sincerely request your support and understanding to give us the privacy during this difficult and sensitive time," he concluded in his post.
25 July,2024 12:51 PM IST | MumbaiVeteran actors Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan have been married for 51 years now. The duo tied the knot on June 3, 1973. They have two children -- author Shweta Bachchan Nanda and actor Abhishek Bachchan. They have acted in several films, including 'Zanjeer', 'Sholay', 'Abhimaan', 'Mili', 'Chupke Chupke', 'Silsila', and 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'. As 2024 witnessed the biggest and most expensive weddings of all time, courtesy of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, we look at the intimate union of two superstars that took place in a hush-hush ceremony in Mumbai. In an excerpt from Big B’s late father and renowned poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan's book ‘In The Afternoon Of Time’, a detailed description of the wedding has been written. About 5 decades ago, Amitabh’s rising popularity led to the wedding being a secret to avoid crowds and admirers flocking to the house. Jaya’s parents also did not want the wedding to be held at their flat in Beach House and instead opted for a friend’s abode on the top floor of the Skylark building in Malabar Hills. The wedding took place as per Bengali traditions. The baraat consisted of only five people - Sanjay Gandhi, Bhagvati Charan Verma, Narendra Sharma, Krishna Kishor Srivastava, and Dr Dharmvir Bharati. Amitabh’s haldi was also a hush-hush affair as well. When nosy neighbours questioned about the decorations at home, the Bachchan family explained that Big B would be shooting a film. The excerpt from the book read, “A Bengali pandit conducted the marriage, whose ceremonial went on late into the night. The five baraatis had dinner and set off home, leaving just the family members to eat alone later when the proceedings were completed. Then we too took our leave. Before we left, I embraced the father of my new daughter-in-law and congratulated him on getting a son-in-law like Amit, expecting him to say the same in respect of Jaya. But he said, 'My family is utterly ruined.'” Meanwhile, Amitabh Bachchan was seen in the futuristic film 'Kalki 2898 AD.' Ever since 'Kalki 2898 AD' was released, fans and the film industry have been gushing over the performances and the appreciation has been pouring in for the cast and team of the film from every corner.Directed by Nag Ashwin, the post-apocalyptic film is inspired by Hindu scriptures and set in the year 2898 AD. Deepika Padukone, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas and Disha Patani are also part of the film. The film is a mythology-inspired sci-fi extravaganza set in the future. Actors Vijay Deverakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, and Mrunal Thakur have cameos in the film. Apart from this, Amitabh Bachchan is busy shooting for 'Vettaiyan', which also stars Rajinikanth.
24 July,2024 10:31 AM IST | MumbaiAfter months of rumours, Natasa Stankovic and Hardik Pandya confirmed their separation on Thursday night. In a joint statement, they announced that they are no longer together, describing it as a "tough decision." They also said they will continue to co-parent their 3-year-old son, Agastya. The news broke the internet, with 'Hardik Pandya Divorce' even trending on 'X'. However, shortly after the separation was announced, while Hardik was being praised for his 'strength,' many of the cricketer's fans began trolling Natasa. Getting a divorce while a child is involved is a serious and sensitive topic, and no party deserves to endure incessant trolling for a mutual decision made. While Natasa's comment section was turned off, many of these haters took to 'X' to share their disappointment. Hardik Pandya confirms divorce with Natasa Stankovic, bringing four-year marriage to an end.#HardikPandya Stay strong Hardik, the whole country is with you ♥️ pic.twitter.com/15qYJN7g10 — शिवम् (@ShivamRNamdeo) July 18, 2024 #NatasaStankovicStay Strong Hardik Pandya ❤ #HardikPandya𓃵 pic.twitter.com/cTJwPkZFQO — 🖤🅐llu_Arjun_d!e_hea®t_f@n🖤 (@Manoj77286S) July 19, 2024 Stay strong, Hardik Pandya. ❤️Hardik Pandya aur Natasha ke bich Boss confirm ho gaya hai, I hope you overcome this as well. Best wishes go ahead. 🫶#HardikPandya #BCCI #INDvsSL #HardikPandya𓃵 #NatasaStankovic #natasa #Divorce pic.twitter.com/gKN1eRPVRx — Dhêërãj Môūryã (@Dheeraj9399) July 19, 2024 However, few netizens rallied behind Natasa: When divorce was a mutual decision why is Natasa Stankovic getting so much of hate! How has Hardik Pandya been assumed as the victim here? pic.twitter.com/C1ILQJX7n6 — Lopamudra (@lopamohanty) July 19, 2024 Forever is myth 🥹💔Sending strength and positivity to #HardikPandya & #NatasaStankovic in this challenging time. Sometimes, life takes unexpected turns, but your resilience and courage will see you through. Wishing you both peace and healing. StayStrong 🥹🤍 pic.twitter.com/e3AAyMkW0u — 𝑹𝒂𝒉𝒖𝒍 𝑫𝒖𝒃𝒆𝒚 (@Rahuldubey5_) July 19, 2024 In a post, Natasa penned, "After 4 years of being together, Hardik and I have decided to mutually part ways. We tried our best together and gave it our all, and we believe this is in the best interest for the both of us. This was a tough decision for us to make, given the joy, mutual respect and companionship we enjoyed together and as we grew a family." She further wrote, "We are blessed with Agastya, who will continue to be at the centre of both our lives and we will co-parent to ensure that we give him everything that we can for his happiness. We sincerely request your support and understanding to give us the privacy during this difficult and sensitive time."
19 July,2024 11:05 AM IST | MumbaiAnant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's grand wedding took place on July 12 and was attended by several Bollywood celebrities, socialites Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian, and several Indian politicians. After the wedding ceremony, the Ambani and Merchant families hosted a blessing ceremony on July 13 and a reception on July 14. The blessing ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The high-profile wedding ceremony saw the presence of international celebrities including Kim and Khloe Kardashian, John Cena, Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas, Rajinikanth, Mahesh Babu, Yash, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, Vicky Kaushal, Shahid Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif, and Deepika Padukone among others. Now, the Ambanis have made sure that no one misses the wedding videos that are already viral on social media. On Thursday, the family was seen playing video of the varmala ceremony on their private Mumbai residence, Antilia, which stands tall at 173 meters. The glass exterior of the building that is located in Mahalaxmi area of Mumbai was lit up with the visuals from the wedding drawing attention of passersby and those living far away as well. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ambani Family (@ambani_update) After tying the knot in Mumbai last weekend, newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant were warmly welcomed in Jamnagar, Gujarat, on Wednesday. The couple was greeted with great enthusiasm and hospitality by the locals as they arrived in the town. Several videos surfaced online showing the people of Jamnagar greeting Anant and Radhika with warm hospitality. One of the videos that touched everyone's hearts shows women, decked out in traditional sarees, welcoming Radhika by performing aarti and showering her with rose petals. Both Radhika and Anant looked equally happy, and interestingly, the husband-and-wife duo were twinning in pink attire. Radhika kept her look simple in a pink suit, while Anant wore a pink kurta with an ethnic jacket. Jamnagar holds a special place in the lives of Anant and Radhika. Earlier in March 2024, the pre-wedding functions were held in Jamnagar. Anant's grandmother, Kokilaben Ambani, was born in Jamnagar, and it is the town where his grandfather Dhirubhai Ambani and father Mukesh Ambani's business had its origins.
18 July,2024 09:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAmid rumours of her divorce from Hardik Pandya, Nataša Stanković left Mumbai with their son Agastya. Photos and videos of them leaving the city early Wednesday morning surfaced on social media. Nataša also posted some pictures on her Instagram Stories. Nataša Stanković departs Mumbai with son In the video, Nataša was seen holding her son Agastya's hand. The social media star and model was dressed in comfortable clothing, including a pair of joggers, a t-shirt, and a puffer jacket. The duo was seen together at the airport, with no sign of Hardik Pandya. Nataša Stanković departs Mumbai with son Agastya, take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) Is the 'Hardik Pandya-Nataša Stanković divorce' rumour true? The number one question on everyone's mind is, "Are cricketer Hardik Pandya and his model wife Nataša Stanković still together?". Divorce rumours started during the Indian Premier League 2024 when Hardik didn't post anything for Nataša's birthday. There were also reports that she deleted their wedding pictures, but the photos later reappeared, leaving many to wonder if they were ever removed in the first place. When Hardik and the Indian cricket team won the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, everyone in the country congratulated them except Nataša, which fueled the rumours even more. Now, a video of Hardik with an unknown girl has gone viral, and fans are referring to her as the "new bhabhi." The mystery girl is actually digital creator and makeup artist Prachi Solanki. She shared a video of her meeting with Hardik on her Instagram, which was then reshared by paparazzi and fan pages. Prachi posted the clip along with a caption, “CAN SOMEBODY PINCH ME PLEASEEEEEE🥹❤️@hardikpandya93 thank you for being so warm😇.” In the video, there was a message that read: “When I met the World Cup hero.” After shaking hands, Hardik and Prachi posed for the camera, both smiling brightly. They were also matching in polka-dot outfits, which fans found adorable. Many fans now believe that Hardik should move on with his life. Rumours about cricketer Hardik Pandya and his model wife Nataša Stanković splitting up have been circulating since IPL 2024. At first, fans thought the couple might be pretending to split to divert attention from Hardik’s poor performance as the captain of the Mumbai Indians.
17 July,2024 04:52 PM IST | MumbaiAnant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are officially husband and wife. After an extravagant celebration that commenced seven months ago, concluded on Monday. Anant, the youngest son of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika, the daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant, exchanged vows in a spectacular wedding ceremony attended by a host of international celebrities and high-profile guests from various fields on July 12 at the Jio World Convention Centre. Shubh Aashirvaad followed the event on July 13 with a grand reception on July 14. In an interview with Vogue, Radhika revealed why these three dates were chosen for the wedding festivities. “The dates were strategically chosen from the 12th, 13th, and 14th of July upon the advice of our family pujari, who identified synchronic moments for our celebrations based on auspicious astrological alignments in both my charts as well as Anant’s. It was a meticulous process. My mother-in-law was the C.E.O. of the wedding, as I like to say. It was Nita’s commitment and vision that brought our entire celebration to life,” she said. On July 15, the couple hosted a celebration for media persons and Reliance employees. Touted to be the world’s most expensive wedding, surpassing even the British royals, the celebrations saw a whopping amount of money shelled out to source the best food, decor, and international stars to perform at the events. The Ambanis booked 100 private jets for their guests to fly to India from around the world for the three-day extravaganza. The invitations comprised a massive trunk with gold and silver, reportedly costing over Rs 6 lakh each. Guests were handed an 18-page dress code which led to multiple outfit changes at the venue during the ceremonies. The venue had massive installations on display, made using flowers. About 2 crore flowers were used to line the paths, decorated by a team of 500 florists. 1,000 crystal chandeliers were seen that illuminated the decor. The finest vintage champagne was served to the guests. About 37,500 food options were available cooked by 500 chefs. The ceremony, attended by a star-studded guest list from Bollywood, business, and politics, featured luminaries like Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan, Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, and Ranveer Singh, among others.
17 July,2024 12:18 PM IST | MumbaiNewlyweds Anant and Radhika Ambani's wedding celebration was lavish and attended by the who's who of the business, political, and entertainment worlds. The visuals from the wedding celebration make it one of the most memorable and magnificent events. Several politicians and eminent personalities attended the grand celebration. Touted to be the world’s most expensive wedding, surpassing even the British royals, the family concluded the festivities on Monday night. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) The last two days saw a slew of guests in attendance to wish the newlyweds and shower blessings. These mostly included media persons and Reliance employees. A viral video shows the massive queue of about 10,000 guests making their way to the stage to wish Anant and Radhika. The couple stood for hours, a normal situation at an Indian wedding. Check out the clip below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Anant, Radhika, Mukesh, and Nita also gave a special speech thanking all the guests for making their celebration even more meaningful. As per tradition, they underlined that everyone needs to eat and then only leave the premises. Anant, the youngest son of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika, the daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant, exchanged vows in a spectacular wedding ceremony attended by a host of international celebrities and high-profile guests from various fields on July 12. Shubh Aashirvaad followed the event on July 13 with a grand reception on July 14. Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the Shubh Aashirvaad ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. They touched his feet as he gave the newlyweds his blessings.Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani and his wife Nita Ambani welcomed PM Modi and escorted him to the venue. The wedding celebration of Radhika and Anant Ambani took place at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The ceremony, attended by a star-studded guest list from Bollywood, business, and politics, featured luminaries like Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan, Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, and Ranveer Singh, among others. International figures such as reality television stars Kim Kardashian, and Khloe Kardashian, singer Justin Bieber, WWE champion John Cena, Former UK prime minister Tony Blair, and rapper Rema among others also attended the wedding festivities of Anant and Radhika in Mumbai.
17 July,2024 12:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTouted as the world’s most expensive wedding, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant tied the knot in a grand ceremony at the Jio World Convention Centre on July 12. The ceremony was attended by luminaries across the globe from actors, business tycoons, and sportspersons, to influencers. According to reports, the wedding surpassed the other expensive marriages across the world given its staggering costs to secure venues, decor, performers, and other amenities. As per The Sun, the Ambanis booked 100 private jets for their guests to fly to India from around the world for the three-day extravaganza. The invitations comprised a massive trunk with gold and silver, reportedly costing over Rs 6 lakh each. Guests were handed an 18-page dress code which led to multiple outfit changes at the venue during the ceremonies. The venue had massive installations on display, made using flowers. About 2 crore flowers were used to line the paths, decorated by a team of 500 florists. 1,000 crystal chandeliers were seen that illuminated the decor. The finest vintage champagne was served to the guests. About 37,500 food options were available cooked by 500 chefs. The opulent affair was a celebration of Indian culture, spirituality, and tradition on an unparalleled scale. The wedding decor theme was 'An Ode to Varanasi,' paying homage to the eternal city, its traditions, piety, culture, arts, and crafts, and Banarasi cuisine. Coming to its food menu, it was a lavish spread of Indian and world cuisines. From chaat to chai, it featured the culinary delights from one of the world's oldest living cities. Apart from these, sweets, paan and mukhwas, kharik from Ahmedabad, chaat counters, malai toast and chai, lassi, and lemon tea, the food counters set up for guests brought rich and varied food culture to Mumbai. The Ambanis also roped in one of the world’s top chefs from Peru, Virgilio Martinez, whose restaurant ‘Central’ Ranked number one in 2023. The high-profile wedding ceremony saw the presence of international celebrities including Kim and Khloe Kardashian, John Cena, Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas, Rajinikanth, Mahesh Babu, Yash, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, Vicky Kaushal, Shahid Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif, and Deepika Padukone, among others.
17 July,2024 12:17 PM IST | MumbaiThe wedding celebrations of Anant, the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani and Radhika, the daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant, were held at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai and it was a blend of opulence and tradition. The wedding ceremony was attended by a host of international celebrities and high-profile guests from various fields. It proved to be the biggest gathering of religious and spiritual leaders in recent memory. The visuals from the wedding rituals show the firm faith of Ambani family in Indian traditions and culture. Reliance Foundation Founder and Chairperson, Nita Ambani explained the broader significance of Kanyadaan as a union where two families come together, one gaining a son and the other a daughter. Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, MS Dhoni, Kim Kardashian and many others were present to witness the wedding rituals. Speaking just before the Kanyadaan ceremony during Anant and Radhika’s wedding, she underscored the importance of daughters in Hindu culture and highlighted the strongly self-reforming nature of Hindu philosophy, which has enabled women to be adored and respected through time. She said, “At this moment, I am overwhelmed with emotions, joy, gratitude and deep devotion as I watch these two pieces of my heart, Anant and Radhika, unite in this eternal bond. In Hindu tradition, marriage is a solemn promise, not just for this lifetime, but for seven lifetimes. It’s a belief that souls destined to find each other do so again and again, their love deepening with each lifetime. As we continue with the Vivaah Sanskar, the wedding ceremony, we are about to witness the noblest of all acts in Indian culture, the Kanyadaan, commonly signifying the giving away of the bride by her parents.” On talking about the significance of kanyadaan and the importance of women in a family, she shared, “As a daughter myself, as the mother of a daughter and also a mother-in-law, I know that no parent can ever give away their daughters. Daughters are life’s biggest blessings and greatest joys. They are manifestations of Goddess Lakshmi, bringing abundance and auspiciousness to our homes and lives from the time they are born. They are the purest part of our souls, intertwined with our very being…A daughter is not a possession to be transferred. She is a blessing to be cherished and treasured…” “An Indian wedding rests on the foundation of perfect equality between var and kanya, between groom and bride, and also between their two families. Hence, the true cultural significance of kanyadaan is that the bride’s parents accept the groom as their son and entrust his family with their precious daughter,” she added. She conveyed a message to Radhika Merchant’s parents, Viren Merchant and Shaila Viren Merchant, “My dearest Shaila and Viren, today you are not giving away your daughter to us. Rather, you are gaining a son and a new family.” Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding celebration proved to be a lavish affair and was attended by the who’s who of the business, political and entertainment worlds. The visuals from the wedding celebration make it one of the most memorable and magnificent events. Several politicians and eminent personalities attended the grand celebration. Anant, the youngest son of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika, the daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant, exchanged vows in a spectacular wedding ceremony attended by a host of international celebrities and high-profile guests from various fields on July 12. Shubh Aashirvaad followed the event on July 13 with a grand reception on July 14. The Ambani family also hosted a reception for the media and Reliance employees on July 15. Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the Shubh Aashirvaad ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. They touched his feet as he gave the newlyweds his blessings.Former President Ram Nath Kovind and his family also attended the ceremony. Politicians like Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Samajwadi Party Chief and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and others were also among the emminent guests. Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh and veteran Congress leader Kamal Nath, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, and Ajit Pawar graced the ‘Shubh Aashirwad’ ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. The ceremony, attended by a star-studded guest list from Bollywood, business, and politics, featured luminaries like Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan, Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, and Ranveer Singh, among others. The UK’s former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, former US Secretary of State John Kerry, the UK’s Ambassador to India Alex Ellis, and the US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti graced the occasion, among many others. Joining Boris Johnson were other notable figures, including former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and American boxing legend Mike Tyson, both of whom were spotted arriving at a private airport in Mumbai. American reality TV stars Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian were also part of the wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Mumbai. The ceremony, marked by the presence of spiritual delegates, several political dignitaries, and celebrities, showcased a blend of tradition and modernity. Radhika Merchant continued to captivate throughout the festivities with her style and grace. For her vidaai ceremony, following her marriage in a traditional ivory and red lehenga by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, Radhika opted for a stunning sindoori red ensemble crafted by Manish Malhotra. The ensemble was completed with a Banarasi silk dupatta and a veil cascading into a dramatic train, creating a picture of timeless elegance. Adding to her regal appearance were heirloom jewellery pieces passed down through generations, embellished with gold, diamonds, and emeralds. Each accessory, from the choker to the mang tika, contributed to Radhika’s majestic presence on her special day. The Ambani family hosted a ‘Shubh Aashirwad’ ceremony on July 13, marking another chapter in their lavish celebrations, with prominent personalities like Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan, Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, and Ranbir Kapoor gracing the occasion. For Shubh Aashirwad’s look, Radhika wore a lehenga by designer Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, who collaborated with artist Jayasri Burman to make this masterpiece for the bride. Anant and Radhika’s wedding celebrations continued with the ‘Mangal Utsav’ wedding reception on July 14 and the Ambani family hosted a reception for media and Reliance employees on July 15. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
17 July,2024 10:34 AM IST | Mumbai | ANINewlyweds Anant and Radhika Ambani jetted off to Jamnagar, Gujarat, after wrapping up their massive wedding celebration in Mumbai. The couple received a grand welcome in their hometown, including a red carpet made with real flower petals laid outside the airport. They were greeted with great enthusiasm and hospitality by the locals. Several videos surfaced online showing the people of Jamnagar greeting Anant and Radhika with the loudest cheers. One of the videos that touched everyone's hearts shows women, decked out in traditional sarees, welcoming Radhika by performing aarti and showering her with rose petals. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Both Radhika and Anant looked equally happy, and interestingly, the husband-and-wife duo were twinning in pink attire. Radhika kept her look simple in a pink suit, while Anant wore a pink kurta with an ethnic jacket. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Jamnagar holds a special place in the lives of Anant and Radhika. Earlier in March 2024, the pre-wedding functions were held in Jamnagar. Anant's grandmother, Kokilaben Ambani, was born in Jamnagar, and it is the town where his grandfather Dhirubhai Ambani and father Mukesh Ambani's business had its origins. At one of the pre-wedding functions, Radhika revealed that she and Anant grew up in Jamnagar. "This is where we grew up, where we became friends, where we fell in love, and where we built our relationship. This place has become part of our fondest memories, our deepest secrets, our loudest laughs, and the happiest times that we've had together as a family," she had earlier mentioned. Anant and Radhika's grand wedding took place on July 12 and was attended by several Bollywood celebrities, socialites Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian, and several Indian politicians. After the wedding ceremony, the Ambani and Merchant families hosted a blessing ceremony on July 13 and a reception on July 14. The blessing ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They wrapped up the celebrations with a final reception on July 15 which was attended by Reliance employees. "Aap aaj khana khaakar jana.. Aur mujhe aur Radhika ko bahut saara aashirvaad deke jana..aur bas yehi aashirvaad deke jaan ki aapka parivaar bhi aage badhe aur hum bhi aage badhe..," said Anant n his speech. (With inputs from ANI)
17 July,2024 07:51 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
