Brinda and Neel’s love affair began on a friendly note through a WhatsApp group chat for a trip their friends had been planning during their break between the semesters. The love birds bonded over the simplest conversations that later turned into love none of them saw coming. While Brinda is full of life, Neel is a workaholic. A million WhatsApp texts, phone calls, and a few adventurous trips later, they decided to tie the knot, marking the beginning of their life together.
Their wedding affair was celebrated at the Emirates Palace amidst the golden sands of Abu Dhabi which was nothing short of opulent, lively and full of extraordinary events leading to a wedding that harbored joy, love, and togetherness. They made sure that their guests, friends, and family have the best time ever.
A traditional Arabic band with 26 Russian hostesses greeted the guests with macaroons designed with the wedding Monogram imprinted on them in edible ink. The Hospitality and Welcome desk were decorated with a life-size book and a Ganesh statue. A Welcome kit bag was handed out that consisted of a food hamper, a welcome letter in English and Gujarati, key token boxes, a funky shirt for the beach party, sarongs, hangover kits, flip-flops, and the event itineraries. Each of these elements was custom made and designed especially for the wedding.
The celebration started with a beach party with a Shaam-E-Beach theme, the venue was decked in several little elements placed strategically to complete the whole picture as per the theme. The entrance had a lit #SHAAM-E-BEACH structure along with a colorful contemporary arch gate. The bride and groom entered the beach on a quad bike, and as they walked in, hundreds of balloons of various colors were released on either side of them.
Their seating area was created in the shape of a boat to match the theme. The evening witnessed an electrifying performance by DJ Chetas followed by Rodney and his band. A mini-market was arranged that gave away shirts, neon bands, headgears, glow paints and temporary shimmery tattoos.
The theme for the Mehendi was Brindavan, a wordplay on the bride’s name ‘Brinda’ as well as the floral theme depicting “Van” or forest. The couple entered the venue on a chariot led by 25 Russian dancers. Instead of using just real flowers, life-size artificial floral installations were created all across the venue as well as centerpieces.
Brinda opted for Arabic Mehendi that was beautifully captured by the photographer. Her hands were adorned in gold and white gold jewelry that complimented her white ornamental suit. She looked like the Indian version of Aladdin’s Jasmine with her golden tiara, fused with baby breaths at the back.
The Mehendi and sangeet ceremonies were clubbed together. The couples’ family opened the act with a unique performance which was written and dubbed for the occasion. Aishwarya Mazmudar and her band then got the party going.
For the Haldi ceremony, Brinda was happy to be smeared with Haldi by her friends and family. The highlight of the event was the Arab troop that made an appearance in their Kandoras and swords. The bride wore floral jewelry in purple and pink along with a yellow sari.
The sangeet ceremony was full of music and masti. Several performances were followed by the ring ceremony and cake cutting ceremony. The show finale had a vibrant performance by Neha Kakkar.
On the wedding day, the groom and his parents made a smashing entry via a helicopter landing at the round pier. Next, they took a vintage car to the west gazebo. The baraat was then led by 12 Russian performers, a live DJ, and Nashik Dhol. The groom looked like the modern prince of Pataudi in his black and gold sherwani layered with royal jewelry.
While the bride entered the venue in a chariot lit with fairy lights making the whole scene very magical. The bride looked like a gorgeous empress as she wore a beautiful royal blue lehenga and Mughal-inspired jewelry that had sapphire gems and rubies.
The bride was accompanied by her brothers, followed by 26 Russian performers dressed in unique costumes showering the bride with flowers. As the ceremony progressed, 30 live musicians chanted the Vidhi mantras mimicking the sounds of the heavens. The couple was showered by heart-shaped confetti as the rituals came to an end.
Vendors:
Photography: 35mm Candids, Event Planner: Events N More, Location: Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi, Henna Artist: Mr. Harin Dalal, Makeup Artist: Swati Verma, Peethi Outfit: Sonam Luthria, Floral Jewellery: Floral Art By Srishti, Mehendi Outfit: Qbik, Embroidered Jewellery: Fooljhadi, Groom’s Outfit: Rohit Bal, Jewelry for Sangeet: Pokhani Couture Jewels, Beach Party Outfit: Shivan & Naresh, Shoes: Badgely Mischka & Jimmy Choo.
