25th June 2024- Nita Ambani, founder and chairperson of Reliance Foundation, visited the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday to offer prayers and present the first wedding invitation for her youngest son, Anant Ambani, to Lord Shiva. This auspicious gesture marks the beginning of the highly anticipated wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant.
A Grand Wedding on July 12
The wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant is set to take place on July 12 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The celebrations will span over three days, promising a grand and elaborate affair. The couple’s pre-wedding festivities have been the talk of the town, starting with their Lagan Lakhvanu ceremony on February 16 in Jamnagar.
In preparation for the wedding, Anant Ambani was seen personally inviting notable figures. Recently, he visited Bollywood star Ajay Devgn’s home in Mumbai to extend a wedding invitation to Devgn and his family. This personal touch adds to the excitement and grandeur surrounding the wedding, highlighting the couple’s connections and the significance of the event.
Pre-Wedding Celebrations
The pre-wedding celebrations have been ongoing since March 1 in Jamnagar, featuring a series of traditional rituals and festivities. These celebrations have been a source of excitement and joy for the families involved, as well as for the public following the couple’s journey.
Nita Ambani’s act of offering the first wedding invitation to Lord Shiva at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple underscores the family’s deep-rooted cultural and spiritual values. By seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva, the Ambani family is ensuring that the wedding is graced with divine favour and auspiciousness.
As the wedding date approaches, anticipation continues to build for what promises to be one of the most significant and celebrated events of the year. With meticulous planning, grand festivities, and the involvement of esteemed guests, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding is set to be a memorable occasion filled with love, tradition, and grandeur.