Indian wedding ceremonies aim to maintain traditions that reflect the values and beliefs of both families. It was a pure treat to watch and witness!
The priests did a marvelous job of explaining the significance of many an aspect of which one left a very strong mark on me. It was about the blessing done with an axle - the priests explained why which helped folks like me to relate to the significance. In this case, the axle is the one that helps the (two) wheels (indicating the wife and the husband) to keep rolling in their life-long journey called marriage.
this short but sweet moment was captured of a gender reveal, starting with dad (soon to be grandpa) anxiously looking towards the arrival of his princess!
During COVID times, many a couple opted for simple ceremonies. Here’s one done at our county courthouse!
Valaikappu is yet another important tradition performed before the (first) baby’s arrival!
Ceremonies often may not start per time and then, there are lots of moving parts! Chaos and yet fun!.
This is a sample of a placeholder video that was played for live stream viewers, while waiting for the ceremony to begin
As the couple get settled, occasions that follow include babies gender reveal, welcoming the baby, new home, Using a mix of photos and videos
Vows have a special meaning when a couple is celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. The ceremony is as traditional to the one on the wedding day and yet, the solemn occasion is felt by one and all!
Turmeric plays a very important role in day-to-day life of Indian families as well as on important occasions!
In this, the groom is going through haldi performed per Telugu traditions and yet presented in a cinematic style
Offering prayers to the Parvati mata is an auspicious way to start one’s married life. Brides usually express their hopes and dreams, and keep their fingers crossed for them to come true!
Mehndi, otherwise known as henna, is a paste associated with positive spirits and good luck. Indian Wedding tradition calls for a Mehndi ceremony to be held the night before the wedding as a way of wishing the bride good health and prosperity as she makes her journey to married woman!
In Tamil/Tamizh Brahmin tradition, the oonjal ceremony is important, interesting, and is enjoyed by everyone!
