Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Asia's richest man Mukesh Ambani, is soon set to tie the knot with Radhika Merchant today at the end of the pre-wedding celebration. The groom's mother, Nita Ambani honoured her cultural traditions by paying a visit to Varanasi ahead of the wedding to seek blessings from Lord Shiva and extend her first invitation to the divine lord. Embodying her commitment to showcasing India's vibrant cultural heritage globally, the Ambani family plans to pay tribute to the sacred city of Kashi (Varanasi) during the highly anticipated wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant.
Nestled along the Ganga river, Varanasi, stands as the framework of Indian civilisation. Ahead of the grand wedding, Nita Ambani visited Varanasi to seek blessings from Kashi Vishwanath for the soon-to-be-married couple. The groom's mother's deep reverence for the ‘Eternal City of Varanasi’ is reflected in the punctilious thematic planning of the wedding, where its beauty, positivity, light, and purity will be showcased in magnificent ways.
The upcoming Anant-Radhika wedding is set to celebrate Indian culture, spirituality, folk art, craftsmanship, music, cuisine, and more, promising a grand homage to the rich heritage of India.
Anant-Radhika wedding theme revolves around ‘An Ode to Varanasi’. Through this theme, the family aims to pay homage to the eternal city revered for its spirituality, traditions, arts, crafts, and Banarasi Cuisine. Although the wedding venue is set at the Jio World Centre, the location will be renovated to mimic Varanasi’s timelessness. Guests will enjoy an immersive experience of Banaras, with streets which are re-created and the theme replicating the rich heritage of the place.
Curated stalls and dedicated guest services are there to ensure that the visitors not only enjoy the celebrations but also carry home with them the perpetual memory and essence of the ghats of Varanasi.
The wedding menu features Banarasi delicacies like mithai, khadi, chai, chaat, lassi, mukhwas, and paan.
Apart from this, guests can also explore Banarasi’s traditional and ethnic arts and crafts like pottery, Poli jewelry, Rosewood furniture, Brasswork, Kanjeevaram and Banarasi sarees. There's an astrology shop too inside the wedding venue. Visitors can also experience various fragrances at the attar shop, buy flowers from the florist, colourful bangles, enjoy a puppet show, and capture heartfelt and fun moments at the photo studio.
Guests have been requested to stick to Indian formal attire. The Ambanis who are known to showcase their exquisite collection of couture and jewellery, will do just the same on this day, honouring India's vibrant cultural heritage, and celebrating the craftsmanship of the country's top-notch designers and artisans. The grand wedding ceremony comes with a vibrant promise- a display of sprightly colours, textures, fabrics, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of India.
The menu for the lavish wedding ceremony will provide the visitors with an experience of culinary treasures from Banaras. From traditional chaats and chai to sweets, paan, and mukhwas, alongside specialties like kharik from Ahmedabad, chaat stations, malai toast with chai, refreshing lassi, lemon tea, and more, the guests will get a taste of the rich cultural and culinary heritage of the city. On a typical day in Benaras, the gastronomic adventure ends with a Banarasi khan-paan, a delightful finale to this epicurean experience.
The Anant-Radhika wedding promises to be a lavish celebration honoring Varanasi and India's rich cultural legacy. In addition to exquisite cuisine and décor, the event will feature an awe-inspiring audio-visual presentation titled 'Dashaavatar'. This presentation will vividly depict Lord Vishnu's ten avatars as described in the Puranas, offering guests a profound journey through India's spiritual heritage across time and space.
Adding to the grandeur, renowned musicians will grace the occasion with dazzling performances. Guests will be welcomed with soul-stirring Hindustani Classical ragas performed by prominent artists. The lineup includes legendary singers Hariharan, Shankar Mahadevan, and Shreya Ghoshal, who will enchant the audience with their melodious voices throughout the wedding ceremonies.
Notable music directors Amit Trivedi and Pritam, along with singers like Mame Khan, Neeti Mohan, and Kavita Seth, are slated to participate.
International sensations such as K'naan, Rema, and Luis Fonsi are also set to energize the festivities, joined by percussionist Sivamani and the dynamic Jea Brass Band.
Furthermore, popular artists like Harddy Sandhu, Sanju Rathod, and Yo Yo Honey Singh will deliver electrifying performances, ensuring a memorable celebration for all attendees.
