🌼 What happens in Maharashtrian Haldi? Bride and groom sit separately at their homes The ceremony is usually done at both the bride’s and groom’s houses. Haldi paste is prepared A paste of turmeric (haldi), sandalwood, cream/curd, and sometimes rose water or oil is made. Family members apply haldi Married women and close relatives first apply the haldi on the face, hands, feet, and sometimes shoulders of the bride or groom as a blessing. In Marathi this is often called “Halad Chadavne”. � Surfindia +1 Blessings and fun Everyone blesses the bride/groom for a happy married life. There is usually music, laughter, dancing, and lots of photos. Ceremonial bath After the haldi, the bride and groom take a traditional bath, which is considered pure and auspicious. � Surfindia +1 Yellow dress theme ✨ Why is haldi applied? For glowing skin For good luck and blessings To protect from negative energy / nazar.

Main wedding rituals Welcome of the groom The bride’s family welcomes the groom with aarti, tilak, and gifts. � Azafashions.com +1 Antarpat A white cloth is held between the bride and groom so they cannot see each other at first. Mangalashtak The priest chants sacred wedding verses while everyone showers akshata (rice). Cloth is removed When the cloth is lowered, the bride and groom see each other and exchange garlands. This is one of the most special moments. 🌷 � Surfindia +1 Mangalsutra and Kanyadaan The groom ties the mangalsutra, and the bride’s parents perform kanyadaan. Saptapadi / pheras The couple takes seven steps around the sacred fire, making promises for life together. �