Family members and friends lovingly apply a special paste made of turmeric (haldi), sandalwood, and rose water to the groom’s face, hands, and feet. This is meant to bless him with good fortune, ward off evil, and give him a natural glow for the wedding day. have fun by playfully splashing turmeric-mixed water on the groom and family members each other! There will be lots of group photos, candid moments, and memories being captured — with everyone dressed in yellow or colorful traditional outfits. Mangala snanam can be literally translated as "Auspicous Bath " On the before day of wedding ,it takes place at the bride's and groom's houses separately. the bride and groom must take a Mangala snanam on before wedding day the bath is believed to cleanse and purify them.

Family members, friends, and sometimes even the bride and groom prepare and perform dances. After the performances, the DJ or band plays music, and the dance floor opens up for everyone. The bride’s and groom’s families come together and give a formal word (vākku) to each other, promising the marriage. It is considered a sacred assurance that the wedding will take place.

The groom and bride begin by getting ready for the wedding. The ceremony starts with Kanyadanam, where the bride’s family formally entrusts their daughter to the groom. Afterward, a curtain is placed between the bride and groom, preventing them from seeing each other. Next is Panigraham, where the groom holds the bride’s hand, symbolizing their union. Then comes Jilakarra Bellam, where the couple places a cumin and jaggery paste on each other’s heads, signifying a sweet, inseparable bond. Following this, during Mangalasutra Dharana, the curtain is removed, and the groom ties the sacred mangalasutram with golden discs around the bride’s neck, marking their marital commitment. In the Akshitalu ritual, they exchange garlands and shower each other with sacred rice. Finally, during Arundhati Nakshatram, they are shown the stars symbolizing an ideal married life.