The bride and groom are both smeared with a paste made of turmeric, sandalwood, and other ingredients in a ritual known as Pithi. This is believed to cleanse and purify them before the wedding and is often done in the presence of close family members.

Mandap Mahurat, also known as Mangal Mahurat, is a ritual where both the bride and groom seek blessings from Mother Earth before setting up the mandap. Traditionally, a decorative wooden stick, Manek Stambh, is inserted into the ground as part of this ceremony. Nowadays, a Manek stambh is placed in a decorative pot filled with soil to symbolise this auspicious ritual. Grah Shanti After the Mandap Mahurat, the family priest conducts the Griha Shanti ceremony to seek the blessings of all the solar system’s nine planets for both the bride’s and groom’s families. This ritual is essential in Gujarati Hindu weddings to ensure a harmonious and prosperous married life for the couple. Mameru/Mosalu The bride’s maternal uncle visits her during the Grah shanti puja before the wedding, bringing gifts like a Panetar saree, jewellery, candies, and dried fruits beautifully presented in trays.

The Sangeet is a musical night where both families come together for a fun-filled evening of singing and dancing. It’s common for everyone to perform traditional dances like Garba and Dandiya (a folk dance of Gujarat), marking the energetic and lively nature of the celebration. Along with the Special performances from Groom and Bride , few of the close family members will light up the stage with rocking performances to the DJ night.

Mandap Mahurat, also known as Mangal Mahurat, is a ritual where both the bride and groom seek blessings from Mother Earth before setting up the mandap. Traditionally, a decorative wooden stick, Manek Stambh, is inserted into the ground as part of this ceremony. Nowadays, a Manek stambh is placed in a decorative pot filled with soil to symbolise this auspicious ritual. Grah Shanti After the Mandap Mahurat, the family priest conducts the Griha Shanti ceremony to seek the blessings of all the solar system’s nine planets for both the bride’s and groom’s families. This ritual is essential in Gujarati Hindu weddings to ensure a harmonious and prosperous married life for the couple. Mameru/Mosalu The bride’s maternal uncle visits her during the Grah shanti puja before the wedding, bringing gifts like a Panetar saree, jewellery, candies, and dried fruits beautifully presented in trays.

Varghodo (Groom’s Procession): The groom arrives at the wedding venue in a grand procession, known as the Varghodo, which is accompanied by music, dancing, and family celebrations. The groom, traditionally dressed in a Sherwani or Kurta, rides a decorated horse or is chauffeured in a vehicle. Jaimala (Exchange of Garlands): Once the groom reaches the venue, the Jaimala ceremony takes place. The bride and groom exchange floral garlands as a sign of mutual respect and acceptance. This is often accompanied by cheers from the crowd.

Varmala & Kanya Dan: The groom and bride exchange garlands, symbolizing the acceptance of each other. After this, the bride's father performs the Kanya Dan, where he gives his daughter’s hand to the groom, symbolizing the transfer of responsibility. Mangal Phera: This is one of the most sacred rituals in a Gujarati wedding. The bride and groom walk around the sacred fire (Agni) while chanting prayers. They take seven vows (called Saat Phere) around the fire, symbolizing the seven promises they make to each other for a happy married life. Sindoor & Mangalsutra: The groom applies sindoor (vermilion) to the bride’s forehead, marking her as a married woman. He also ties the Mangalsutra, a sacred necklace, around her neck, which is considered a symbol of her marital status.

Griha Pravesh (Bride’s Entry to the Groom’s Home): After the wedding, the bride enters the groom's house for the first time. This is known as the Griha Pravesh. The bride is welcomed with aarti (a religious ritual involving lighted lamps), and she is asked to step into the house with her right foot first, which is considered auspicious. Vidai (Farewell to the Bride): The Vidai is a deeply emotional moment, where the bride bids farewell to her family, symbolizing her departure from her paternal home and her new beginning in the groom’s house. She throws back a handful of rice over her head as a sign of prosperity and to ensure that her family remains prosperous.