Jahnavi and Akshay’s love story began in the hallways of high school and found its way back to each other years later, in what felt like divine orchestration. After years spent continents apart, they both returned to Calcutta within three days of one another—an alignment too perfect to ignore. That chance reunion slowly unfolded into an enduring partnership, sealed years later under the boughs of a banyan tree in Auroville, where Akshay proposed, ring in hand, with no grand spectacle—just a deeply personal moment of surprise and certainty.
Their wedding was never going to be about spectacle. It was about intention.
The Setting: Quiet Grace at Leela Bhartiya City
The Leela Bhartiya City became the canvas for this vision—an elegant venue that whispers luxury through architectural harmony and understated Indian aesthetics. Its natural light, draped ivory mandap, chandeliers, and warm earthy palette formed the perfect backdrop for what was a contemporary yet soulfully rooted ceremony.
The decor reflected an understated luxury—effortlessly refined, never loud. Muted tones, delicate foliage, and gold accents spoke to a timelessness that echoed the couple’s own values: quality over grandeur, depth over display.
The Ceremony: An Ode to Simplicity
Choosing to forgo traditional wedding excess, Jahnavi and Akshay opted for an Arya Samaj ceremony—a Vedic ritual known for its spiritual minimalism and equal emphasis on shared values over symbolism. There were no mehndis, no sangeets, no baraat—just one day, one ceremony, and an altar where two individuals chose love, consciously and clearly.
The Bride & Groom: A Harmony of Contrast
Jahnavi a family and relationship counsellor, walked in wearing a muted champagne lehenga that caught the light with every step—effortlessly romantic, unapologetically her. Akshay, a commander with Air India, wore a crisp, black suit—classic and powerful.
The getting-ready moments were intimate—a flurry of satin robes, heartfelt conversations with loved ones, and moments with her little flower girl, eyes full of wonder. Laughter echoed in the hallway as women toasted!
The Spirit of Togetherness
From the moment Jahnavi stepped onto the aisle under soft lights and suspended chandeliers, there was a stillness that felt sacred. Vows weren’t spoken but lived, in every glance, every ritual. Later that evening, the couple cut a simple white cake—just the two of them, surrounded by people who felt like home. There was no rush, no race to entertain—only presence.
A Love That Feels Like Light
At 1Plus1 Studio, we believe some weddings are not just about moments—they're about meaning. Jahnavi and Akshay’s wedding was a celebration of values, of knowing who you are and choosing love anyway, every day.
Their story reminds us that the quietest weddings often echo the loudest in memory. We’ve curated some of our favorite moments — scroll down to see the magic unfold.
