Watch: Nita Ambani reveres Varanasi as ‘cradle of Indian civilisation’ ahead of Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant wedding

In the video, Nita Ambani says that throughout the celebration for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding, the family has tried to honour India's heritage with talented artisans and craftsmen.

The video was shared by @RIL_Updates on X.

Before Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding at the Jio World Convention Centre, Nita Ambani, chairperson and founder of the Reliance Foundation, highlighted the preparations for the special day, and how they drew inspiration from Kashi or Varanasi, the “city of light,” in a video shared by the official handle of Reliance Industries Limited on X.

The video was shared with the caption, “In line with Reliance Foundation Founder & Chairperson Mrs. Nita Ambani’s vision of sharing India’s rich cultural heritage with the world, the Ambani family will be paying homage to the holy city of Kashi or Varanasi at the much-awaited wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant.”

“Namaskar. Jai Kashi Vishwanath. For me and my family, it has always been important to seek the blessings of our devis and devtas before any auspicious beginning,” Ambani says in the video.

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The theme for the wedding is Indian Regal Glam.

“I’m delighted to proudly reimagine and present the purity, positivity and beauty of Varanasi at the wedding. The grace of our gods and goddesses, the blessings of our priests and saints. The piousness of our rituals and traditions,” she says.

Watch the video below:

Auspicious Beginnings: An Ode to Kashi

In line with Reliance Foundation Founder & Chairperson Mrs. Nita Ambani’s vision of sharing India’s rich cultural heritage with the world, the Ambani family will be paying homage to the holy city of Kashi or Varanasi at the much-awaited… pic.twitter.com/WKTdb9WnY0

— Reliance Industries Limited (@RIL_Updates) July 12, 2024

In the video, Nita Ambani is seen wearing a 28 chauk jaal Rangkat saree with delicate floral motifs and hues of zari. The look has been crafted by Manish Malhotra with Swadesh and it pays tribute to India’s master artisans. According to a post on Instagram, it took over six months to create an authentic Rangkat saree, woven by select weavers, showcasing a rare skill passed down generations.

The local chaat owners from Varanasi have set up stalls at the venue.

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In the video, a portion of venue is adorned with sarees that guests can take a look at, wear and even purchase.

Before the pre-wedding celebrations began, several videos surfaced showing Nita Ambani visiting the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi. She conducted a puja there, seeking blessings from Lord Shiva. Afterwards, she indulged in saree shopping at local handloom stores in Varanasi and savoured local chaats. These local businesses have set up stalls at the wedding venue, as shown in the video.

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On July 12, the celebrations commence with “Shubh Vivaah”, heralding a joyous beginning to the wedding saga. The following day, July 13, signifies “Shubh Aashirwad”, a special event reserved exclusively for guests aged 14 and above.

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