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This JLN hall venue is a potential wedding venue for many to-be-married couples in New Delhi, with its massive aerostat type dome, akin to the dome used during the Commonwealth Games in 2010.

ceremony · village

We take you on a small glimpse of the wedding reception of a traditional wedding of Garhwalis in a remote village in Uttarakhand. One of many ethnic weddings which are rarely seen but contribute to the richness of Indian culture.

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Indian weddings are much talked about because of their 'loudness' but let us take you on a lesser-known yet spectacular wedding tradition of the Garhwalis in Uttarakhand.

hills · ceremony

This must be normal for these high altitude dwelling communities in Uttarakhand but for many of us, this is an exotic wedding with the Himalayan peaks on both sides of the valley.

ceremony · dance

After tying the knot for the groom and bride, villagers, friends of the newly married indulge in some fun dancing and merrymaking with dances and music from traditional drums played by the menfolk.

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Garhwali weddings - A sneak peek inside the wedding of Garhwali people in the high Himalayas in Uttarakhand. The family is abuzz on both sides as the bride is led to the residence of the groom. The rituals are unique, so take a look.

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We take you on an exclusive tour inside a Garhwali wedding in Uttarakhand. This is a quick glimpse of what happens inside the intimate wedding ritual and the festivities.

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Yes, this is the Garhwali style of tying the knot and it looks really special and nothing like mainstream weddings. This is a sneak peek into the wedding rituals of the people residing in the high altitude villages of Uttarakhand.

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It's an emotional farewell for this bride who will be heading to the groom's place in the neighbouring village. As the heavily dressed bride is led out of her house, it is a bitter-sweet celebration.

Uttar Pradesh·ceremony

How the big fat Hindu wedding has changed in the times of Covid. Not only are the numbers of family and guests down, but the extra worry about the virus, the occasional mask and the additional required precautions (whether practiced or not!…

Uttar Pradesh·ceremony

Weddings in Covid times have taken on a sober even sombre air to them. This sangeet ceremony thus takes place in a rather muted and modestly loud and boisterous fashion, in Uttar Pradesh.

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An elated, happy groom arrives at his wedding venue with friends and family. Even though the numbers of the wedding party are extremely small, owing to the restrictions on numbers of wedding guests during these trying COVID times, the enthu…

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At the time of the 'varmala' or the garlanding of the groom and bride, the photographer comes to the stage to give multiple and complex instructions to the bride and groom.

Uttarakhand·ceremony

An Uttarakhandhi groom gets ready for the big day at his Kumaoni Wedding in the Pithoragarh district. He sits bedecked with wedding finery and a garland of currency notes around his neck.

Uttar Pradesh·ceremony · dance

Women dance wearing sarees and masks while a man does a strange moon walk inspired Uttar Pradesh improvised jerky movement dance which leaves us rather uninspired. Weddings in Covid times have taken on a sober even sombre air to them.

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Bengali women performs rituals at a Bengali wedding. In Bengal matrimony, Ashirwad is the ceremony, which is similar to the engagement ceremony and is organized two-three day prior to the wedding day.

ceremony · village

Child marriage is illegal in India, but it still takes place in a few rural areas where it is considered a traditional religious practice. Very small child forced to get married in Rajasthan Mass Child marriage ceremony.

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Viddai or vidhai - The Departure of the Bride is the farewell of the bride to her family and friends. It is an emotional episode of the wedding.

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Bride takes leave of family before departing for husband's house, in Manipur, during a typical Manipuri Hindu wedding.

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According to the traditions of Manipui matchmaking, in the olden days, for the men and women belonging to the Manipuri community, fields provide a perfect opportunity to select their life partners.

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This is an excerpt from a feature film project directed and written by Mr. Sharat Kumar, for Ahiranya Films of which he is the director. Please direct any trade inquiries for commercial distribution of this new film venture, to us.

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The traditional attire of a Manipuri bridegroom consists of punyat (kurta), pheijom (dhoti), innaphi (cloth wrapped around the upper part of the body) and kokyet(turban) all of pure white cotton.

ceremony · farmland

A wedding, for many, brings thoughts of love, family gatherings, tradition and beautiful attire. It is just the same for the people of Manipur.