News in India: Anant Ambani’s Pre-Wedding

Anant Ambani, the son of Asia’s wealthiest man, hosted what is arguably the most opulent pre-wedding celebration of all time. An astonishing 14 Hindu temples would have been specially constructed for the occasion.

The event showcases the grandeur and ostentation often associated with Indian wedding culture but also offers a fascinating glimpse into India’s complex relationship with the West. It embodied a fusion of national pride and revival of Indian traditions alongside a desire to embrace cosmopolitan trends:

🇮🇳 🇺🇸 The guest list was a testament to this fusion, featuring a blend of American business, political and fashion western celebrities such as Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates, and Priyanka Trump, alongside Bollywood icons and Indian tycoons.

🇮🇳 🇺🇸 International pop sensation Rihanna, who graced the event, performed in exquisite Indian attire, while some of India’s biggest film stars danced to her tunes on stage.

🇮🇳 🇺🇸 The nine-page dress code for the festivities presented an interesting juxtaposition, with one evening calling for “dazzling” Indian outfits and the final party suggesting a “Heritage Indian” theme. However, amidst this celebration of Indian heritage, western luxury brands like were omnipresent. The bride, Radhika Merchant showcased the fusion by donning six outfits, effortlessly blending Western styles from Versace and Dolce & Gabbana with Indian attire from designers like Abu Jani and Manish Malhotra. Mark Zuckerberg switched from his usual gray T-shirts to a shimmering tigress-themed shirt by Indian designer Rahul Mishra.

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