Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant Wedding Update: Nita Ambani Offers First Wedding Invitation at Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Nita Ambani, ahead of her son Anant's wedding, visited the Kashi Vishwanath Temple to seek blessings. Clad in a pink saree, she attended the Ganga Aarti and offered the wedding invitation to Lord Shiva. The much-anticipated wedding with Radhika Merchant will be held on July 12 in Mumbai.
Ahead of her youngest son Anant Ambani's wedding, Reliance Foundation Founder and Chairperson, Nita Ambani visited Kashi Vishwanath Temple to seek blessings, and offered the first wedding invitation to Lord Shiva. The highly anticipated wedding of Anant Ambani with industrialist Viren Merchant's daughter Radhika Merchant will take place on July 12 at the prestigious Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai. Clad in a beautiful pink saree, Nita Ambani was seen attending the Ganga Aarti. After offering prayers at the temple, she spoke to the media about her purpose for visiting Kashi Vishwanath. She said, "I offered prayers to lord Shiva. I am feeling very blessed. Today I came here with the invitation for the wedding of Anant and Radhika to offer it to the almighty. I came here after 10 years. I am happy to see the development here." On visiting the temple after 10 years, Nita Ambani expressed her excitement and told ANI, "It is my fortune that I have come here during Ganga Aarti. It feels so good...There is so much 'Shakti' here." After the temple visit, Nita Ambani also visited a chaat shop and interacted with locals. As Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding day approaches, Mumbai is set to witness a grand celebration that combines tradition, opulence, and a touch of modernity. The wedding festivities are meticulously planned, adhering to the traditional Hindu Vedic customs. Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant Pre-Wedding Celebration: Guru Randhawa and Pitbull To Perform at the Star-Studded Event? Here’s What We Know.
The main ceremonies will commence on Friday, July 12, with the auspicious Shubh Vivah or wedding function. Guests are encouraged to embrace the spirit of the occasion by dressing in traditional Indian attire. The celebrations will continue on Saturday, July 13, with Shubh Aashirwad, where attendees will receive divine blessings. The final event, Mangal Utsav or the wedding reception, is scheduled for Sunday, July 14. For this grand occasion, guests have been asked to dress in 'Indian chic.' Radhika Merchant, daughter of Encore Healthcare CEO Viren Merchant and entrepreneur Shaila Merchant, is set to join the Ambani family, marking a union of two prominent industrialist families. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant Wedding Date, Event Schedule and Invitation Card Photo Revealed: From Venue and Tentative Guest List, All You Need To Know.
Nita Ambani Seeks Blessings at Kashi Vishwanath Temple Ahead of Son's Wedding
Earlier this year, the couple hosted a series of pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar, which saw a star-studded guest list from around the globe. Business leaders, heads of state, and Hollywood and Bollywood celebrities graced the occasion, making it an event to remember. Among the distinguished guests were Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, and Ivanka Trump. Indian corporate giants like Gautam Adani, Nandan Nilekani, and Adar Poonawala were also in attendance, along with cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Rohit Sharma. Spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev added a touch of serenity to the celebrations. Bollywood's elite, including Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Karan Johar, Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt, Anil Kapoor, and Madhuri Dixit, added glamour to the festivities. The highlight of the pre-wedding celebrations was an electrifying performance by pop sensation Rihanna, marking her debut performance in India. The theme 'A Walk on the Wildside' with 'jungle fever' was a creative touch that left guests in awe, followed by 'Mela Rouge,' a celebration of South Asian culture. The three-day extravaganza also featured the world-renowned illusionist David Blaine, who left guests spellbound with his incredible feats. Bollywood stars and family members joined in the sangeet performances, with a special appearance by actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh, captivating the audience.