Hindu-Christian Wedding, St. Patrick's Church: A Magical Wedding Across Udupi & Bangalore

Weddings always transport us to magical places. And what we loved about Abhishek and Shirley's special day was the beautiful coming together of two faiths and cultures. This Hindu-Christian wedding was a delight to shoot, because of the joyful vibe through the entire wedding, and the contrast of the inter-faith wedding ceremonies. 

A New Chapter Begins 

The journey began with a traditional Udupi-style Kannadiga Hindu wedding ceremony in a temple. A small puja was hosted at Abhishek's home.

As the couple got ready for the ceremony, we managed to do some candid wedding photography of them donning their bridal finery - the groom at his home, helped by his elder brother, while the bride got ready at a hotel in the vicinity.

A Touch Of God's Own Country

First, the bride entered under the traditional phoolon ki chaddar. She walked to the beats of the chande, a traditional instrument from Kerala, and the vibrant movements of the Yakshana dancers, followed by the groom. 

The couple exchanged garlands with a lot of love. This was followed by the thali ritual, the most important part of the traditional Hindu marriage rites.

It was a beautiful sunny day, and the lighting was perfect for a blissful photoshoot with the couple and their loved ones. 

Romance In The Air

As the marriage ceremony concluded, it was time to get ready for an evening reception hosted at the UVA Meridian Bay Resort & Spa. The perfectly colour-coordinated couple emerged in a crane, amidst a dazzling cloud of smoke, and a burst of confetti and pyro!

The groom and his besties put up an energetic dance performance, first performing the tiger dance, a traditional folk art form of Udupi, followed by a 90s Bollywood music routine. The bride and her friends put up an equally energetic performance to their favourite Bollywood tracks as well. 

Of course, the best part of the night for us was the couple shoot. Abhishek and Shirley were a picture of serenity as they posed for us, amidst the backdrop of the beautiful UVA Meridian Bay Resort. 

The Chime Of Wedding Bells

The beautiful church wedding service took place at the majestic St Patrick's church in Bangalore. The church, built over 175 years ago, was the perfect backdrop for the traditional Catholic ceremony. 

As the bride got ready in her elegant white wedding gown, her bridesmaids, mother and sister were close at hand, helping her every step of the way.

We captured some lovely pictures of her jewellery, veil, tiara and sweeping white gown, followed by some candid shots, as she laughed with gay abandon with her bridesmaids, who wore light pink gowns. 

Here Comes The Bride 

The bride looked stunning as she stepped out of the car and walked down the aisle by the arms of her father. The bridegroom looked dapper in a contemporary suit, vest and bow-tie. 

The couple proceeded to exchange vows, followed by the exchange of rings.

As the service concluded, we captured some beautiful portraits of the couple, against the backdrop of the church facade.

The Wedding March 

After the solemn church service, the wedding party proceeded to the open-air green and serene Aadya Farms & leisure, Yelahanka for the final reception.

The decor looked absolutely gorgeous, and we indulged in some wedding photography of the bridal couple and their entourage of bridesmaids and groomsmen. 

The reception started on a lively note. The couple, followed by the bridesmaids and groomsmen, made a grand entry amidst the fiery pyros. 

They gathered in the centre, followed by the raising of toasts and cutting of the wedding cake. The guests participated sportingly in a shoe game, along with the bridal couple, adding to the suspense and excitement of the evening.

Let The Dancing Begin!

What came soon after was the first dance. The father of the bride danced with his daughter, a beautiful, moving sight to behold. The mother of the groom danced with her son, followed by the groom dancing with his mother-in-law. 

The bridal couple then got together and set the dance floor on fire with their moves! The night ended on a high note with all the guests joining the couple on the dance floor.

We were absolutely honoured to be the wedding photographers for this magical journey of young, bold, fearless love. 

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Kannadiga Wedding, The Tamarind Tree: A Charming Wedding In Bangalore

It's one of our favourite venues in Bangalore, Tamarind Tree is stunning in every way with step-wells, pretty tiled roofs and a little waterbody by the mandap. And this pretty wedding with two NRIs was the toast of the town with gorgeous kanjeevarams, pretty temple jewellery and a beautiful jhada that's so insta-worthy. 

Gomati & Siri were a delightfully friendly couple. They were a joy to shoot, always smiling and happy to be with each other. At a gorgeous venue like the Tamarind Tree in Bangalore their life journey got off to a beautiful celebratory start.

Click here for our complete Tamarind Tree Bangalore Wedding Guide and here for our complete Kannada Wedding Guide.

Tamarind Tree, Bangalore : A Heartwarming Cross Cultural Wedding

Neha & Bastian’s wedding is the third Indo-Dutch wedding we have photographed (Remember Rashi & Maurits’ Bangkok wedding and Mahima & Reinier’s Zuri Kumarakom wedding? ) We are truly blessed to be trusted with the job of documenting such beautiful weddings and witnessing pure love first hand. Blending traditions, cultures, and religions in a wedding is what made it unique.

Click here for our complete Tamarind Tree Bangalore Wedding Guide and here for our complete Kannada Wedding Guide.

Neha & Bastian had a beautiful Hindu wedding with Kannadiga rituals at The Tamarind Tree Bangalore, a beautiful rustic venue which makes for a perfect backdrop! From bridal entry , where Neha’s sister and Uncle brought her to the mandap, while Bastian was waiting to the thali (Mangalsutra) tying, we loved all the beautiful moments. And to add to that the bride and groom looked absolutely gorgeous in classic Indian attires. The guests had travelled from all over the world and it was fascinating to document how they were enjoying the wedding and how they were charmed by the smallest of details .

Being a wedding photographer, it is a dream to shoot a wedding with the setting oh-so-picturesque , a couple we can’t get enough of with all the love and warmth. Well you’ll just have to scroll through the gallery below and you will know what we mean :)

Tambrahm Wedding, The Tamarind Tree: A Colourful Tamil Brahmin Wedding With All Rituals In Bangalore

Marriage is not just between the two partners. It also links the families and their cultures together.

When the families are from varied backgrounds such as Anisha and Santosh's, the wedding ceremonies and rituals become a beautiful amalgamation of both the Malayali and Tambrahm cultures.

The wedding of Anisha, a Malayali, with Santosh, a Tamil Brahmin, is a great example of how beautifully two cultures can come together to create a unique and elegant wedding ceremony. Here is a look at the two-day wedding of these two gorgeous lovebirds with complete photography of the events.

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Day 1 - Welcoming The Groom

The two-day wedding festivities started by welcoming the groom into the bride's family. Anisha's brother washed Santosh's feet, and her parents welcomed him by placing a garland and a traditional sandalwood tika on Santosh. The women in Anisha's family donned the traditional Kerala Kasavu saree and showered rose petals and rose water on Santosh and his family to welcome them.

Anisha chose to stay close to her roots and chose a traditional Kerala Kasavu saree with a red blouse. Anisha and Santosh looked star-struck as they met each other with wide smiles.

Anisha's cousins showcased their Bharatnatyam skills to the awe of Santosh's family. Her aunts and cousins also put on a show of the traditional Thivathira Kali. The women dance in a circle with lamps placed in the centre of the circle for the Thiruvathira Kali or Kaikotti Kali. The women seek the blessings of Lord Shiva for marital bliss via the dance. The evening progressed as both families mingled and got to know each other better.    

Day 2 - Tamil Brahmin Wedding

The second day of the wedding festivities stayed true to Santosh's TamBrahm side with all the Tamil Brahmin rituals. The bride and groom sought the blessings of Gods with a puja with their respective fathers. Santosh's family then gifted a saree to Anisha, which she had to wear for the next Tamil Brahmin wedding rituals.

As Anisha left to change into the resplendent pastel blue Kanjivaram saree given by Santosh, Santosh got ready for the Kashi Yatra. Anisha's parents had to convince him to come back and marry their daughter. The fun-filled ceremony is common in all Tamil Brahmin weddings.  

After the Kashi Yatra, the bride and the groom were lifted up by their cousins and friends. The cousins and friends moved Anisha and Santosh away as they try to garland each other leading to much laughter and fun.

Anisha and Santosh then held hands and proceeded to the Oonjal. As they sat on the Oonjal or wooden swing, their mothers did the Aarti. The women sang traditional songs to celebrate the sacred bond of marriage. Anisha and Santosh were then offered banana dipped in milk.

The bride's parents then washed the groom's feet and applied sandalwood paste. The groom gave the Madisar or the traditional Tamil Brahmin saree to Anisha. Anisha changed into the elegant orange and purple Madisar for the remaining TamBrahm rituals.

Anisha sat on her father's lap as he performed the Kannigadhanam, where he handed over his daughter to Santosh. This was followed by the Mangalyadharanam or Thali ceremony. Santosh tied the Thali around Anisha's neck. Emotions were clearly running high with this ceremony as Anisha and Santosh's mothers shed tears of joy. The couple then performed puja to seek the blessings of Gods for their marriage.

Once all the rituals were over, it is time for the Vilayadal or games. Anisha and Santosh rolled a coconut between each other, sang songs and broke papads on each other's head. The whole family took part by pulling their legs and making fun of them, all leading to a gala time!  

The Venue - The Tamarind Tree, Banglore

The Tamarind Tree is a gorgeous venue that complements the beauty of the wedding festivities. The heritage location offers plenty of opportunities to take stunning pictures that showcase the beauty of Indian culture and handicrafts. The pond surrounded by the temple steps and the bandstand become the venue for most of the wedding rituals for Anisha and Santosh. The Tamarind Tree is a truly stunning location with a lot to offer for couples looking to tie the knot. 

As the graceful and elegant wedding of Anisha and Santosh comes to a close, the couple and the family can look back with joy at the Malayali and Tamil Brahmin rituals that blended together beautifully to create this unique wedding experience.