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PremiumAnant Ambani-Radhika Merchant Wedding Highlights: Reliance Chairman Mukesh Ambani's youngest son, Anant Ambani, and Radhika Merchant, daughter of pharma tycoons Viren and Shaila Merchant, tie the knot.
Radhika Merchant was seen preparing for her vidai in a Manish Malhotra designed red and gold embroidered lehenga. John Cena is reported to have departed from Mumbai after the wedding.
While Madhuri Dixit grabbed eyeballs with her recreation of ‘Choli Ke Peechey’, fans got emotional at SRK and Salman Khan dancing together. Rajnikanth, Sachin Tendulkar and Amitabh Bacchan were all spotted together.
Actor couple Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal left everyone awestruck during the Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant wedding ceremony at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai on Friday. Mumbai continues to be on orange alert as the India Meteorological Department predicts heavy to very heavy rains in isolated areas.
Other celebrities who were spotted at Mumbai's Jio World Drive venue of the wedding included Priyanka Chopra with her husband Nick Jonas, John Cena, AR Rahman, Anil Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor, Shanaya Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor and Sara Ali Khan. Each of them posed for shutterbugs.Just a day before the wedding, American influencer Kim Kardashian and her sister Khloe Kardashian landed in India. This is reportedly Kim's first trip to India. Former British Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Boris Johnson also arrived in India on last night.
“A surreal 24 hours. So grateful for the Ambani family for their unmatched warmth and hospitality. An experience filled with so many unforgettable moments which allowed me to connect with countless new friends, including meeting Shah Rukh Khan and being able to tell him personally the positive effect he has had on my life," he wrote on social media, sharing a picture with the Dunki star.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi blessed the couple on Saturday night after laying the foundation stone for multiple projects worth more than ₹29,400 crores in Mumbai. Other politicians who attended the wedding include Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, his deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav, his wife Dimple and Shiv Sena (UBT) head Uddhav Thackeray.
Modi was received by Mukesh Ambani and his wife Nita Ambani and was escorted into the venue where hosts of celebrities, film stars, cricketers, business tycoons, and politicians had assembled.
The outfit was designed by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla in collaboration with artist Jayasri Burman. Radhika Merchant was styled by Rhea Kapoor. Her latest look brought the painting to life — with the 12 panels of the lehenga hand-painted on a special Italian canvas.
The painting features human figures radiating a celestial aura — symbolising the couple and the ‘divinity in their humanity’. The fauna depicts Anant's fondness for animals, particularly elephants that are considered auspicious and beautiful. The flowers in the lehanga represent Abu Sandeep's signature style.
The craftsmanship features meticulous hand embroidery of real gold Zardozi. A glittering sea of sequins shines over the most intricate spaces of Jayasri's art. It is paired with a blouse hand-embroidered entirely in Resham by master craftsmen at Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla.
Radhika paired the lehenga with an emerald green neckpiece with white beads as well as matching earnings and maang tikka. She opted for a lotus flower to accentuate her hairstyle.
Groom Anant Ambani's parents Nita and Mukesh Ambani welcomed Shankaracharya of Dwarka Peeth Swami Sadananda Saraswati and Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath Swami Avimukteshwaranand as they arrived to attend Anant-Radhika 'Shubh Aashirwad' ceremony.
The Dharmagurus who attended the ceremony included Swami Sadananda Saraswati, Shankaracharya, Dwarka, Swami Avimukteshwarand Saraswati, Shankaracharya Joshimath, Gaurang Das Prabhu, Divisional Director, ISKCON, Gaur Gopal Das, Monk, ISKCON, Radhanath Swami, Member, Governing Body, ISCKON, Pujyashri Rameshbhai Oza, Gautambhai Oza, Pujyashri Devaprasad Maharaj, Vijuben Rajani, Shree Anandabawa Seva Sanstha, Shri Balak Yogeshwardas Ji Maharaj, Badrinath Dham, Pujyashri Chidanand Saraswati, Head, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Shree Namramuni Maharaj, Jain Muni, Founder-Prasadham; Dhirendra shastri, and Bageshwar Dham.
Samajwadi Party Chief and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has arrived at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai along with his family.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan were seen interacting with Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and his deputies — Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar at Jio World Centre in Mumbai.
International dignitaries including former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and FIFA President Gianni Infantino have already reached the venue.
Andhra Pradesh CM and TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu arrives at Jio World Centre in Mumbai to attend Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's 'Shubh Aashirwad' ceremony.
India's Olympic medalist boxer Mary Kom, former WWE wrestler The Great Khali, and former tennis player Sania Mirza have arrived at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai.
Cricketer Rishabh Pant and politician and actor Ravi Kishan along with his family arrived at Jio World Centre in Mumbai.
The Shankaracharya of Dwarka Peeth — Swami Sadananda Saraswati — and the Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath — Swami Avimukteshwaranand — have arrived at Jio World Centre in Mumbai. The founder head of Tulsi Peeth — Jagadguru Rambhadracharya — has also arrived.
The latest entrants at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai include Sara Ali Khan, Ajay Devgn, Hema Malini, Sanjay Dutt and Ranbir Kapoor.
“Clearly I missed chaats and dancing at baraats! What a special night it was celebrating two of the most kind and gracious people I know. Anant and Radhika may God always protect your union," she wrote, sharing pictures from the event.
Cricketers Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah have arrived at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai with their spouses to attend Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's 'Shubh Aashirwad' ceremony.
Actor Madhuri Dixit Nene along with her husband Shriram Nene arrive at Jio World Centre in Mumbai to attend Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's 'Shubh Aashirwad' ceremony.
The celebrations are set to continue with 'Shubh Aashirwad' on July 13 and culminate with the grand 'Mangal Utsav' wedding reception on July 14.
In a previous video shared by Khloe on social media, a production crew with cameras, lights and microphones were seen following the sister duo around and some eagle-eyed fans had suspected they were shooting for "The Kardashians".
In her latest post on her Instagram Story, Kim posted a screengrab of a video of her and Khloe after they got ready ahead of the high-profile ceremony and shared they were indeed filming for their popular reality series.
"Had to screen grab our video bc we're just so happy to be lucky enough to travel the world together! And duh we were filming The Kardashians too so you guys can see Kim and Khloe take India (sic)" she wrote.
Nita Ambani was photographed walking hand-in-hand with Kim Kardashian and renowned jewellery designer Lorraine Schwartz as she welcomed them to the 'Lagna Vidhi' ceremony of Radhika and Anant.
WWE legend John Cena departs from Mumbai after attending the wedding festivities. He was spotted dancing at Anant Ambani's baraat in a blue kurta.
Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra wrote on Instagram that she ‘missed chaats and dancing at baraats’, after attending Anant Radhika's wedding. She was seen dancing to the tunes of Chikni Chameli song in a yellow hued lehenga
Patanjali Ayurved founder Baba Ramdev was spotted dancing at Anant Ambani's baarat. Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani exchanged wedding vows at Jio World Convention Centre
Amitabh Bacchan writes on his blog about the ‘wealth of love and affection,’ he received, at Radhika Anant's wedding. Says life is all about associations of love and care
The newly wed Radhika Merchant changed into a 'sindoori' red lehenga designed by Manish Malhotra for her vidai ceremony. She was earlier wearing a pastel label by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla for her wedding.
Amitabh Bacchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Rajnikanth were seen shaking a leg at Anant's baarat. Mumbai continues to be on Orange alert as IMD requests people to avoid going out. Read here
Beer Biceps sensation, and prominent You Tuber Ranveer Allahbadia was spotted at the wedding in a powder blue kurta. Earlier this year, prime minister Narendra Modi awarded Ranveer the Disruptor of the Year Award.
Reports state that BJP MP and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut skipped the wedding. Meanwhile, there are talks that Virat Anushka might move abroad.
Virat Kohli, and Anushka Sharma did not attend the wedding. Reports mention that the couple is not currently in Mumbai, after India's win at the T20 World Cup. Hardik Pandya, MS Dhoni attended the wedding.
Several celebrities such as Aamir Khan, Kajol, Saif Ali Khan, and Kareena Kapoor did not attend the wedding. BJP MP and Bollywood actor Kangana Ranautwas also absent, reports mentioned.
Fans get emotional as actor Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan shake leg together at Anant Ambani's baarat
SRK was seen touching Amitabh Bachchan, and Rajnikanth's feet. Sachin Tendulkar, and Rajnikanth were spotted sitting together at the Radhika Anant wedding.
Tamil actor Rajnikanth; popularly known as Thalaivar by his fans, was spotted dancing at Anant Ambani's baarat. He danced to Bollywood songs, alongwith actor Anil Kapoor.
Madhuri Dixit was seen dancing to the iconic Bollywood classic song ‘Choli ke peeche kya hai’. Several celebrities were seen dancing, as Madhuri brought back the steps of the 90's popular song
FIFA President Gianni Infantino was seen dancing, alongwith Ranveer Singh at the wedding. Actress Ananya Pandey was also spotted on the same stage, in a lemon yellow coloured lehenga.
The moment has finally arrived. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant exchange vows amid international celebrities and business tycoons like Gautam Adani, and Sunil Mittal. Chinese ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, shared exclusive pictures
A moment from Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's varmala ceremony shows the couple holding hands together. The baarat arrived at the Jio World Convention Centre earlier
