Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani, is set to marry Radhika Merchant this week, kicking off pre-wedding celebrations in grand style. On Monday night, the Ambani family hosted a vibrant ‘haldi’ ceremony at their iconic residence, Antilia, in Mumbai. Among the attendees were Anant’s uncle, businessman Anil Ambani, and his wife, former actor Tina Ambani.
The couple radiated joy as they left the ceremony, their hands intertwined, and their attire adorned with turmeric paste and marigold petals. They paused to pose for photographers, capturing the festive mood of the evening. The event was a significant prelude to Anant and Radhika’s upcoming nuptials, scheduled for later this week.
The haldi ceremony, a traditional Hindu ritual, was attended by close family members and friends from the Bollywood fraternity. Earlier in the evening, several celebrities, including actor Ranveer Singh and singer Rahul Vaidya with his wife Disha Parmar, were also seen leaving the venue adorned in turmeric, underscoring the celebratory atmosphere.
A day prior, Anant and Radhika participated in a Grah Shanti Puja ceremony. Singer Nikita Waghela shared glimpses from the event on Instagram, showcasing the serene moments of the Grah Shanti and Mandap Muhurat Puja. Radhika looked stunning in a cream and golden saree decorated with exquisite jewellery, while Anant sported a red kurta paired with a golden jacket.
As part of the wedding celebrations, Mukesh and Nita Ambani recently organized a mass wedding for the underprivileged on July 2 at Swami Vivekanand Vidyamandir in Palghar. On July 3, the Ambanis held a spectacular Mameru ceremony, a Gujarati wedding tradition where the maternal uncle of the bride visits her with sweets and gifts.
The meticulously planned wedding festivities adhere to traditional Hindu Vedic customs. The main ceremonies will commence on Friday, July 12, with the auspicious Shubh Vivah, or wedding function. Guests are encouraged to dress in traditional Indian attire. The celebrations will continue on Saturday, July 13, with Shubh Aashirwad. The final event, Mangal Utsav, or the wedding reception, is scheduled for Sunday, July 14.
On July 5, the Ambani family also hosted a Sangeet Ceremony featuring a constellation of celebrities, including a performance by global pop sensation Justin Bieber. Earlier this year, the couple hosted a series of pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar, attended by a star-studded guest list from around the globe.
