2. Wedding Day Activities: Barat Procession: The groom arrives in a procession, often on a horse or in a decorated car, accompanied by family and friends. A grand procession could include traditional music like dhol and shehnai to make it extra special. Varmala Ceremony: The bride and groom exchange floral garlands, signifying the acceptance of each other. You could set this up in a beautiful floral-draped setting for a picturesque moment. Pheras (Seven Circles): The couple walks around a sacred fire while reciting vows, which is central to the ceremony. You can plan a beautiful fire pit or mandap (wedding altar) with elaborate decor. Post-Wedding Celebrations: Before the wedding, this event is a relaxed gathering where guests can socialize, enjoy food & drinks, and dance. Think of creating a chic lounge setting with soft lighting and trendy music.A grand celebration with guests, food, and dancing. Vidai Ceremony: The emotional moment when the bride departs her parental home.

Tilak Ceremony Rituals: Tilak Application: The key moment of the ceremony is when the bride's family applies a tilak (a mark made with kumkum or vermilion) on the groom's forehead, signifying the groom’s acceptance and readiness for marriage. Offering of Gifts: The groom’s family typically presents gifts to the bride’s family, which could include sweets, dry fruits, and ceremonial items like clothes or jewelry. Family Blessings: The groom's family, including close relatives, receive blessings from the bride’s family. This is a heartwarming moment of connection and support. Food and Drink: Traditional Sweets and Snacks: During the Tilak ceremony, the families exchange sweets like laddu, barfi, gulab jamun, and soan papdi. You can also serve savory snacks like samosas, pakoras, or kebabs. Meal Buffet: Depending on the time of day, you could have a full meal with North Indian favorites like chole bhature, dal makhani, biryani, and naan.