Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant wedding highlights: Shah Rukh Khan dances with Nita Ambani, Rajnikanth shakes a leg with the groom at India’s grandest wedding

Ranbir Kapoor politely accepts wedding guest’s business card in the middle of Anant Ambani’s baraat, actor’s bemused reaction goes viral. Watch here.

Somebody gave their business card to Ranbir ??#RanbirKapoor pic.twitter.com/hOTjUnselF

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Several A-list Bollywood stars attended Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding on Friday. The grand wedding saw a host of major names from the film industry in attendance, with everybody from Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan to Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor joining in on the festivities. Now, a video of actors Vicky Kaushal and Ranbir Kapoor dancing to the hit Bad Newz song "Tauba Tauba" is being widely shared online. The actors were in maybe the most star-studded circle imaginable, with Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif, Arjun Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Mahesh Babu, and Namrata Shirodkar joining in.

Look at Katrina when Tauba Tauba comes on ? Cutie! pic.twitter.com/3uQ0mUEVlp

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After their wedding on Friday, Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani exchanged vows in presence of their family and friends.  

 

 

 

 

 

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The wedding ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant was a grand affair, with the who's who of the South Indian film industry in attendance. Check out pictures here. 

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant tied the knot on Friday. You can check out there first images as a married couple here.

 

 

 

 

 

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Newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant dance with joy after their wedding.

 

 

 

 

 

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Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani's youngest son Anant Ambani has tied the knot with Radhika Merchant.

 

 

 

 

 

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Bride Radhika Merchant made an entry sitting in a boat shaped like a swan. Singer Shreya Ghoshal was heard singing a Krishna bhajan in the background..

 

 

 

 

 

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The wedding ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant has begun.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, Former Union Minister Smriti Irani, Shiv Sena UBT leader Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis among other politicans have arrived for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding.

Ahead of the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, scores of celebrities gathered at the Jio World Drive in Mumbai to celebrate the joyous occasion. As the evening unfolded, Bollywood icons Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan entered the dance floor together and grooved to the tune of "Bhangda Paale" from their 1995 film Karan Arjun.

Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian are in India, thanks to the big fat Indian wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. The Kardashian sisters are among the many global personalities who have been invited for the wedding by the Ambanis. Kim and Khloe along with their team landed in Mumbai on Thursday. The sisters are currently staying at the Taj hotel in Mumbai. Several photos and videos of the Kardashian sisters from their India visit are doing the rounds on the internet.

Both Kim and Khloe Kardashian have been actively posting photos and videos from their visit to India on their Instagram Stories. They are simultaneously shooting for their reality show Keeping Up With The Kardashians. Click here to read more and check out photos

Though she did not pose with her in-laws, the Bachchans, or even her husband, Abhishek, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan shared a warm moment with legendary actor Rekha at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding venue. Aishwarya's daughter Aaradhya was also present.

 

 

 

 

 

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The Ambani family thanked their employees at Reliance by distributing an elaborate gift box ahead of the nuptials of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, that is taking place today in the presence of some of the biggest names across the world, including reality TV stars Kim Kardashian and her sister Khloe Kardashian, Samsung Electronics CEO Jay Y Lee, former UK prime minister Boris Johnson, Priyanka Chopra and husband Nick Jonas. 

However, the Ambanis’ thoughtful gesture of gifting their employees has captured our attention. Steeped in Indian cultural significance, the box includes an assortment of popular snacks such as aloo bhujia and sev, along with a silver coin. Read more

With just moments remaining for the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, a photo of the two has surfaced online, showing them looking into each other's eyes adorably. 

 

 

 

 

 

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Following the completion of the varmala ceremony, the ponkhnu ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant has begun. 

Marking a blend of tradition and opulence, the nuptials of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are set to showcase a unique homage to the sacred city of Varanasi. 

Nita Ambani, the mother of the groom, has unveiled plans to infuse the wedding celebrations with the essence of Kashi, as Varanasi is also known. In a video of her paying ode to Kashi, she says, “For me and my family it has always been important to seek the blessings of our devis and devtas, before any auspicious beginning.” Read more

The moment is almost here and currently, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's varmala is happening in the presence of many global superstars, including socialite Kim Kardashian, Bollywood’s Baadshah Shah Rukh Khan and “Superstar” Rajinikanth.

 

 

 

 

 

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As the much-anticipated moment when Anant Ambani ties the knot with Radhika Merchant draws close, more Bollywood stars have started making a beeline to the venue. Actors Hrithik Roshan, Shahid Kapoor, power couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, Juhi Chawla and Sharmin Segal have also reached the destination.

Big B Amitabh Bachchan has arrived at the venue with his family, comprising wife Jaya, son Abhishek, daughter Shweta and grandkids Navya Naveli Nanda and Agastya Nanda. However, Abhishek's wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was notably absent from the Bachchan family group photos, sparking curiosity as she posed separately for pictures.

Radhika Merchant embodies a fairytale bride in a breathtaking ensemble by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla for her wedding ceremony to Anant Ambani. The outfit pays homage to the Gujarati tradition of ‘Panetar,’ where brides adorn themselves in red and white.

This ivory masterpiece is a testament to the intricate artistry of Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. The Zardozi cut-work ghagra features a dramatic trailing silhouette, further enhanced by a detachable second trail. A five-metre-long head veil and a tissue shoulder dupatta complete the regal look. Read more

The much-awaited wedding of the year is finally about to happen. Just ahead of the wedding, the look of Anant Ambani’s bride Radhika Merchant is out. Radhika for her big day has opted for a Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla lehenga. The first photos of the bride was shared by Rhea Kapoor in collaboration with Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla on Instagram

Rhea shared a set of photos of Radhika Merchant with a detailed note about her bridal look. Explaining Radhika’s outfit, Rhea wrote, “A Fairytale Come to Life – Radhika Merchant wears Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla for her wedding ceremony to Anant Ambani. Radhika’s ensemble is Abu Sandeep’s intricate interpretation of ‘Panetar’ – the Gujarati tradition of brides wearing red and white.” See viral photos and read more about her attire here

American media personality and socialite Kim Kardashian and her sister Khloé Kardashian arrived at Jio World Drive in Mumbai to attend the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Anant's mother Nita Ambani personally welcomed the Kardashians onto the venue.

Anant Ambani's fiancée Radhika Merchant's bridal look has arrived and it's nothing short of ethereal. In a post shared on Instagram, producer-stylist Rhea Kapoor noted, "A Fairytale Come to Life - Radhika Merchant wears Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla for her wedding ceremony to Anant Ambani. Radhika’s ensemble is Abu Sandeep’s intricate interpretation of ‘Panetar’ - the Gujarati tradition of brides wearing red and white."

 

 

 

 

 

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Besides Bollywood luminaries, south stars have also reached Jio World Drive in Mumbai to celebrate with the Ambanis. After "Superstar" Rajinikanth, Tamil cinema's power couples, actors Suriya and Jyothika, and actor Nayanthara and director Vignesh Shivan have also reached the venue.

After Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, the latter's mother, British actor and director Soni Razdan, and her sister Shaheen Bhatt have also reached the wedding venue. Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle was also spotted on the red carpet.

Nita Ambani looked breathtaking at her son Anant Ambani’s wedding with his childhood sweetheart Radhika Merchant. For the joyous occasion she donned a custom-made ‘Ranghaat’ ghagra by renowned design duo Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla.

This exquisite ensemble embodies Nita Ambani’s vision of celebrating Indian craftsmanship while sharing her country’s cultural heritage on a global stage. The peach silk ghagra features a stunning combination of vintage bronze, blushing pink, and pistachio green hues. Read more

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are all set to tie the knot on Friday. Ahead of their wedding, several celebrities from across the world have travelled to Mumbai to be part of the grand ceremony. Among the many celebrities is John Cena–the popular wrestler-turned-actor. This marks Cena’s second visit to India after his visit in September last year. Several photos and videos of the wrestler since his arrival is being widely shared online. However, the highlight was when he dressed up in a sherwani and arrived at Anant and Radhika’s wedding venue.

In one of the many videos, business tycoon Mukesh Ambani can be seen greeting and welcoming John Cena to the wedding. The two can be seen shaking hands and exchanging greetings. In another video, Cena can be seen interacting with the paps and posing for them at the venue as well as getting a traditional safa tied. Read more

Though Bollywood's "Mr Perfectionist" Aamir Khan is yet to arrive, his daughter Ira Khan and her husband Nupur Shikhare have reached the venue to take part in Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding.

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding is proving to be a larger event than anticipated. As the evening progressed, Nigerian singer, rapper and songwriter Rema took the stage and captivated everyone with an energetic performance. Even Bollywood icon Salman Khan and Anant's father, billionaire Mukesh Ambani, were spotted grooving to Rema's music.

Mom-to-be Deepika Padukone has finally arrived at the venue of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding. Soon after entering the Jio World Drive in Mumbai, she interacted with Tamil superstar Rajinikanth and his family and also shared greetings with many present. 

 

 

 

 

 

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Actor-producer Suniel Shetty reached the Jio World Drive in Mumbai to attend Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding with his whole family. His wife Mana, son Ahan and his daughter Athiya and her husband, cricketer KL Rahul, accompanied Shetty.

Though late, Bollywood actors and power couple Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt made a stylish entrance at Jio World Drive in Mumbai, looking stunning in traditional attire. Alia opted for a pink coloured sari and completed her look with maang tika, jhumka and a neckpiece. Before attending the wedding, Alia shared a few pictures of her outfit on Instagram, noting that she was "celebrating love in my century old pallu." Ranbir chose to wear sherwani for the occasion.

American media personality and socialite Kim Kardashian and her sister Khloé Kardashian arrived in Mumbai on Thursday to attend Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding. Now, ahead of leaving for the venue, the duo were spotted outside their hotel, wearing desi attire. Kim Kardashian sported a red lehenga and waved to the photographers as they left the hotel.

 

 

 

 

 

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The Ambani family has arrived in full force at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai for Anant Ambani’s wedding to Radhika Merchant. Videos of the family dancing at the baraat have been going viral on the internet.

Pastel hues dominated the Ambani family’s attire for the evening, with the exception of Shloka Mehta’s stunning hot pink lehenga adorned with crystals. Anant Ambani, mirroring his mother Nita Ambani’s choice to a certain extent, donned a stylish rust orange sherwani. The whole family was wearing custom-made outfits from designer duo Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. Read full article here

The night is still young and the B-Town celebrities are in high spirits. Now, power couple Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have added extra vibrance to Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding by arriving at the venue. John Abraham and his wife Priya Runchal, as well as cricketer KL Rahul and his wife Athiya Shetty, have also made it to Jio World Drive.

Soon after his grand entrance, Bollywood's Baadshah Shah Rukh Khan quickly switched into his signature show-stealer mode. Despite arriving late, both Mukesh and Nita Ambani personally welcomed him. As Nita hugged Shah Rukh, King Khan instantly began dancing with her, adding even more energy to the event.

Bollywood's Baadshah Shah Rukh Khan has arrived at the Jio World Drive in Mumbai to attend Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant wedding. Shah Rukh was accompanied by his wife Gauri Khan. His children Suhana Khan and Aryan Khan had reached the venue earlier in the day.

 

 

 

 

 

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Media personality and socialite Kim Kardashian and her sister Khloé Kardashian have left their hotel and will reach the venue soon. They were spotted wearing desi attire as they stepped out. Meanwhile, adding more colour to Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding, Bollywood's Baadshah Shah Rukh Khan has arrived at the Jio World Drive in Mumbai. Power couple Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt have also reached the venue.

As the evening unfolded, legendary singer Kavita Seth captivated all with her heartfelt performance of her timeless songs. Composer Amit Trivedi accompanied her and she enchanted everyone with her rendition of her hit track "Iktara" from Wake Up Sid. She also delighted the crowd with her song "Rangisari".

Once again, the Ambanis are proving their ability to create extraordinary moments that seem straight out of fiction. Taking everyone by surprise and elevating the event's atmosphere to new heights, Tamil superstar Rajinikanth joined Anil Kapoor, Ranveer Singh and the groom Anant Ambani himself in a spirited dance to the song "Gallan Goodiyaan" from Dil Dhadakne Do.

 

 

 

 

 

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Bollywood icon and one of the three Khans of the industry Salman Khan arrived in style at the wedding venue of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. He was accompanied by his sister Arpita Khan.

 

 

 

 

 

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Joining Ranveer Singh, Rajinikanth, Anil Kapoor, Ananya Panday and John Cena in brother Anant Ambani's baraat, Isha Ambani changed from her ornate lehenga and one-of-a-kind necklace into a simple red suit.

 

 

 

 

 

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Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu reached the Jio World Drive in Mumbai to attend Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding along with his family. His wife Namrata Shirodkar was also present. Babu looked dapper in a black suit.

 

 

 

 

 

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The "Lagna Vidhi" ahead of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding saw amazing performances by legendary percussionist Sivamani and many other talents. As they began playing, the attendees couldn't stop themselves from dancing to the beats.

Isha Ambani wore a necklace made of rare pink, blue, green and orange diamonds for her brother Anant Ambani’s wedding ceremony. The set, called the “Garden of Love” by Kantilal Chhotalal, features diamonds meticulously arranged to resemble a flourishing garden.

Each piece was crafted over 4,000 artisan hours, resulting in a timeless creation that celebrates love in all its extraordinary beauty – a perfect fit for a family known for cherishing the exceptional, the jewellers shared on their Instagram profile. Read full article here

Is it truly an event if Ranveer Singh isn't on the dance floor, stealing the spotlight? Well, he didn't disappoint this time either. When the DJ spun the popular tracks "Kab Tak Jawani Chupaogi Rani" and "Tattad Tattad (Ramji Ki Chal)," Singh unleashed his electrifying dance moves, captivating all attendees.

 

 

 

 

 

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Bollywood icon Anil Kapoor, for whom age has always been just a number, joined the youth's league, comprising Ranveer Singh, Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, Rajkummar Rao and Arjun Kapoor, and danced to his iconic song "My Name Is Lakhan".

 

 

 

 

 

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On one of the most important and auspicious nights of his life, Anant Ambani, heir to billionaire Mukesh Ambani, drove a bike, taking many by surprise. As Anant arrived on the bike, the attendees, including Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Nick Jonas, Ranveer Singh, Arjun Kapoor and Ananya Panday broke into a dance and cheered him on.

 

 

 

 

 

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Ahead of his son Anant Ambani's wedding, billionaire Mukesh Ambani presented the first invitation for the ceremony at the feet of Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan, located in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, HT reported. The business tycoon's representatives reportedly presented the invitation card to the temple's priests and sought blessings for the couple.

Following the arrival of many Bollywood A-listers, Indian international cricketer and captain of the Indian cricket team in T20I Hardik Pandya has also reached Jio World Drive in Mumbai for the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Actor Disha Patani, producer Boney Kapoor and former Indian cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth have also reached the venue.

Professional wrestler and Hollywood actor John Cena is currently in Mumbai to attend the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Earlier in the day, Cena had amazed everyone by wearing a blue bandhgala. Now, a new video has emerged showing the actor dancing in baraat. In the clip, he can be seen sporting a safa.

 

 

 

 

 

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Bollywood actors Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor, who have been friends since their initial days in the industry, were seen dancing together during the baraat, ahead of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding.

 

 

 

 

 

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Global stars and power couple, actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas and singer-songwriter Nick Jonas, have arrived at the venue to take part in Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding.

As the night progresses, more A-listers from the film industry have started arriving at the Jio World Drive in Mumbai to attend Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding. After Superstar Rajinikanth and Sanjay Dutt, Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu, filmmaker-producer Karan Johar, actor Madhuri Dixit and her family, and Jawan director Atlee and wife Priya have reached the venue.

 

 

 

 

 

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The Archies actor Suhana Khan and her brother Aryan Khan, children of Bollywood's Baadshah Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, have arrived at the venue for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding. They both walked the red carpet together and in style.