Imagine tying the knot with your soulmate amidst sylvan beauty and tranquility, steeped in the royal charm of Marwari wedding traditions.
This is exactly the extravaganza of a wedding that Monika and Aman had!
The Siliguri based duo decided to walk down the aisle in the lap of nature, far from the hustle and bustle of city life. From Marwari wedding traditions and rituals to contemporary twists, theirs was a wedding that had it all.
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The Love Brew!
The warmth of their love was perfectly sensed in their pre-wedding photoshoot, shot amidst the tea gardens of Darjeeling and the sleepy bylanes of their hometown, Siliguri.
Even as they strolled through the iconic landmarks, it was their love for each other that shone all through. The essence of their love overflowed their heart and soul and the same has been caught by our cameras.
Mehendi In A Mela
The Marwari wedding nuptials kicked off with a bang. The madness of the Mehendi function was rightly capsuled in the mela theme. The vivid colours, the whiff of henna-laden hands, mouth-watering delicacies, upbeat music by a live band, and dancing pairs of feet, made for the perfect sensorial experience, the essence of which is explicit in the wedding photography.
The carnival-themed Mehendi had everyone up on their feet with its varied entertainment. Game stalls, tattoo artists, kites, balloons, and pinwheels took everyone back to their carefree childhood days.
We were ecstatic to capture the couple entering in style, on a chariot with everyone cheering out loud for them.
The Haute Haldi
The Haldi ceremony further spiced up the celebrations with just the perfect mix of the Marwari wedding traditions with fun and frolic. While Monika looked resplendent as she colour coordinated her outfit with her girl-gang, Aman was no less debonair. A venue decked up in vibrant marigold garlands and quirky decor pieces made for a photographer's delight.
And of course, for fun group shots with friends and family too!
Aman's family chose to conclude the Haldi ceremony with Myra.
Aman looked every bit of the dapper man that he is in the smart Pathani that he wore. The happy faces of both the families, beaming with joy and happiness as they blessed the couple was an absolute treat for our lenses.
The Sangeet Soiree
The sangeet evening was another grand affair to remember and cherish for long. The place was throbbing with energy and vitality which has been captured in the candid shots.
Following this, the entire family put together a series of stunning dance performances to celebrate the occasion. The glimmering lights, the energetic moves and the burst of colours have added a zing to the wedding photography. The couple rocked the dance floor with their jaw-dropping moves as everyone in the audience watched them in a trance.
The Boisterous Bachelorette
Nothing spells more fun than an evening filled with music and dance. Add to this a group of crazy friends who after guzzling down bottles of champagne, come up with crazier moves, and you have the perfect cocktail of celebration!
Monika ruled the party as she channelled her inner diva in a shimmering metallic outfit and Aman wore the snazziest tux. The couple bade adieu to their bachelorhood as their search for a soulmate steered them towards finding the perfect #AManforMonika.
The Wedding Vows
The coy bride, Monika, left us stunned with her beauty glistening through the veil. Aman was a charming royal prince straight out of a fairy-tale. The couple's grand entry amidst lighted fireworks made for a spectacular moment for us to capture.
Kathakali dancers gracefully swaying to rhythmic beats amid lighted diyas added to the glamour and glint.
Precious moments, like those of sindur daan, perfectly captured the ethos and the feelings.
It is said that a picture speaks a thousand words, but when you have pictures that express a thousand emotions, you have the moments and memories made eternal.
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