Star-Studded Celebrations: Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's Grand Wedding Begins

The wedding festivities for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant have kicked off with traditional ceremonies and star-studded events. Key family members and celebrities attended the pre-wedding functions, adding glamour and blessings to the celebrations. The main wedding events will continue from July 12 to July 14.

Reliance Foundation Founder and Chairperson Nita Ambani left no stone unturned in her fashion game at a special puja ceremony ahead of her youngest son Anant Ambani's wedding to Radhika Merchant. Nita Ambani posed for the paparazzi in royal blue traditional attire, adorned with statement jewelry and a lehenga with intricate work.

During a brief interaction with the media, Nita Ambani expressed her devotions, saying, 'Jai Shree Krishna... Aaj Shiv Shakti ki puja hai toh aapke liye prasad bhej rahi hoon.' Family members and other guests were spotted arriving at the ceremony held at the Ambani residence. Among the notable attendees was Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani's mother, Kokilaben Ambani, who graced the event to bless the couple.

Mukesh Ambani's brother Anil Ambani and his wife Tina also attended the function. The family hosted a vibrant 'haldi' ceremony at their residence, Antilia, in Mumbai. Bollywood personalities, including Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, Ananya Panday, and Sara Ali Khan, were present. Singer Nikita Waghela shared glimpses from the Grah Shanti Puja ceremony on Instagram.

Radhika Merchant looked stunning in a cream and golden saree with exquisite jewelry, while Anant Ambani wore a red kurta paired with a golden jacket. Also part of the celebrations, Mukesh and Nita Ambani organized a mass wedding for the underprivileged on July 2 in Palghar.

The wedding festivities adhered to traditional Hindu Vedic customs, with the main ceremonies set for July 12 to July 14. Guests are encouraged to dress in traditional Indian attire for the auspicious events, including Shubh Vivah, Shubh Aashirwad, and Mangal Utsav. Justin Bieber performed at the Sangeet Ceremony, adding a global touch to the celebrations.

Earlier this year, the couple hosted pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar with a star-studded guest list from around the globe.

(With inputs from agencies.)