Prayagraj bride leads her own ‘ladki ki baraat’, viral dance video wins hearts online

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प्रयागराज में अनोखी ‘रिवर्स बारात’ — दुल्हन बग्घी पर सवार होकर डांस करती हुई दूल्हे के घर बारात लेकर पहुंची।

पिता राजेश जायसवाल का सपना था कि बेटी भी बेटे की तरह बारात लेकर जाए — और आज वह सपना सच हो गया! 🎉✨#Prayagraj #ReverseBaraat #ReverseMarriage #Trending #UttarPradesh… pic.twitter.com/lm8gygH0Ew

— Indian Observer (@ag_Journalist) November 26, 2025

The idea was born from the long-held wish of Tanu’s father, Rajesh Jaiswal. A father of five daughters, Jaiswal had always dreamed of giving each of them the same grand wedding festivities traditionally reserved for a son.

In keeping with his vision, the family even designed wedding invitations featuring the phrase ‘Ladki Ki Baraat‘. Adding to the symbolism, the bride’s relatives welcomed and bid farewell to the procession, customs usually observed for the groom’s side.

Tanu led the nearly two-kilometre journey seated in a traditional carriage, surrounded by vibrant lights, energetic DJ beats, and enthusiastic dancing. Curious local people crowded the streets as the festive procession made its way toward Rajat’s home.

When she arrived, the groom’s family greeted her with warmth and customary rituals. Clips from the event have since gone viral, drawing praise from social media users who applauded the family for redefining long-standing gender roles through a joyful celebration.

Residents told India Today that they had never witnessed a bride leading such an extravagant procession, and by the end of the evening, it had become the city’s most talked-about moment.