Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram

Framed against the coastal beauty of Mahabalipuram, this couple’s wedding was a celebration of colors!

After more than a decade’s journey of friendship and courting each other, Vidhi and Ishaan Bhatia marked the start of their new chapter with a vibrant coastal wedding. A beautiful blend of flawless décor, fun moments and heartfelt emotions, their festivities were planned and executed to perfection by WeddingSutra Favorite – Events & Wedding Experiences.

Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram

How they met
Friends for the longest time, the duo’s paths have been crossing for the past 15 years. However, it was five years ago that they felt an instant connection as they encountered each other at a mall. From then on, there was no stopping as their friendship blossomed into love. And, when Ishaan caught Vidhi off guard as he confessed his love to her on a surprise trip, they started dating formally.

Wedding Planning
The couple entrusted the team of Events & Wedding Experiences to pull off their dream wedding. Talking about their experience, they shared “We were thrilled at how well Nikhil and his team dealt with each and every thing. Our priority was for our guests to have the greatest time, and sure enough, our families and guests had nothing but appreciation for their team. He flawlessly planned the décor and themes, and always had a plan B for every situation. Whether it was last minute changes due to the weather, or anything else, they never let that get in the way of our guests enjoying themselves”.

Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram

Wedding Functions

Welcome Lunch and Mehndi
A lively welcome lunch and mehndi hosted by the poolside and overlooking the ocean, warmly welcomed guests to the wedding festivities. Quirky décor in a vibrant palette of blues, pinks and orange filled the occasion with a youthful exuberance as everyone danced, played games and relished yummy food. The groom opted for a floral white Bandi and kurta set, while the bride looked radiant in a yellow lehenga.

Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram

Sangeet
The glitz and glam of Bollywood was brought to life for the Sangeet function. A tunnel of marquee lights led to the stunning event that saw shimmering décor in red and gold. The night saw beautifully choreographed dances performed by the couple and their loved ones accompanied by grooving music and handcrafted cocktails that kept the party going on into the wee hours.

Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram

Haldi
The haldi function saw charming traditional marigold décor and joyful rituals as the couple’s loved ones gathered to smear them with turmeric paste. The highlight was the ornately carved swing for the couple to sit on which was decked with gorgeous floral décor.

Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram

Wedding and Reception
The bride and groom tied the knot in a quaint wedding ceremony that sported an enchanted garden themed decor. The warmly lit, pastel festivities were topped by a canopy of whimsical flower clouds and foliage scattered with lamps and chandeliers that cast a magical air. The couple opted for auspicious shades of white, gold and red for the occasion. An all-woman instrument band mesmerized the crowd with their melodies.

Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram
Vidhi and Ishaan, Mahabalipuram

Advice for couples
“It’s the biggest day of your life, so plan as much as you can, and enjoy it to the hilt. Everyone will have an opinion, but always remember that it’s your celebration above all”.

The Wedding Makers
Venue: Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay, Mahabalipuram
Wedding Planners: Events & Wedding Experiences
Décor: Floral Hut Events
AV Production: Round the clock production
Outfits: AUM (Mehndi), Gaurav Gupta (Sangeet), Sulakshana Monga (Wedding)
Makeup: Vishal Kadam
Hair: Ritika Hairstylist
Invites: Madras Design Factory
Bar: Behind Bars
Entertainment: DJ Sunny Deepak (Mehndi), DJ Amit (Cocktail), Prabhat Band (Wedding)
Choreographer: Sync (Groom’s Family), Shree Mohta (Bride’s Family)
Photography and Videography: Royal Affair Weddings, Ahmedabad

Chanchal and Varun, Bengaluru

From a chic and modern soiree to a traditional temple wedding, this couple’s intimate nuptials were filled with heartwarming moments.

Surrounded by their loved ones, Chanchal Jetha and Varun Malani’s intimate wedding was a celebration of their minimalistic sensibilities. Planned to perfection by Weddingsutra Favorite – Events and Wedding Experiences who used their impeccable planning skills to ensure that the couple’s vision was brought to life, this wedding was a treat for the senses. Hosted at the plush Taj MG Road, Bengaluru their wedding soiree was filled to the brim with entertaining moments that were further accentuated by the venue’s superior hospitality.

Bride in red wedding outfit and groom in the golden outfit

Wedding Venue
For their two day celebrations, Chanchal and Varun chose two venues that fit their vision perfectly. For the wedding soiree, the duo zeroed in on Taj MG Road where they hosted a sit-down welcome dinner within the property’s spacious and opulent grounds to break the ice. Gushing about her experience at Taj MG Road, the bride shares, “We had so much fun at this impressive hotel. It served as the residential venue for both the days where we hosted the wedding soiree. Although our party was an intimate one with only 50 guests present, the hotel’s superior hospitality and dedicated staff was on their feet at all times and they gracefully catered to all our requests. We couldn’t be happier about our choice.”

For their big day, the couple chose the beautiful Shrunga Giri Sri Shanmukha Swamy Temple where they tied the knot in a traditional ceremony.

Wedding Planning
Acknowledging the importance of having a skilled wedding planner on their squad, Chanchal and Varun roped in Events and Wedding Experiences who clearly comprehended their vision from the start itself. Describing the brief he received from the couple Nikhil Jetha from Events and Wedding Experiences shares, “Both Chanchal and Varun are strong believers in sustainability and minimalism. Keeping this in mind, we ensured that all design and decor elements were in sync with their beliefs. For the wedding soiree, we used ribbon strips at the entry decor, and then for the wedding, floral cones were showered by the guests.”

Weddings Functions

Welcome Soiree
“Consisting of 50 guests, the welcome soiree was an intimate occasion filled with live music, heartfelt toasts, and peppy entertainment. With Mitin Upadhyay serving as the anchor, the function rolled out with interactive games such as ‘Find Your Name’ played by the guests to gain entry into the party while the couple played ‘Who does this’. Furthermore, welcoming dances were performed for both the families which efficiently broke the ice and put everyone in the mood to party. Additionally, to add to the festive spirit, a 45-minute drum circle was organized and then followed by emotional toasts which were made with non-alcoholic Japanese Breeze. On the decor front, everything was kept minimalistic with a canopy lit by fairy lights and a dance floor with #vachan in neon shining in the background.”, shares the bride.

bride wearing off-white lehenga and groom wearing black sherwani for the welcome soiree
bride wearing off-white lehenga and groom wearing black sherwani for the welcome soiree
bride wearing off-white lehenga and groom wearing black sherwani for the welcome soiree
Welcome Soiree
Welcome Soiree
Welcome Soiree
Welcome Soiree

Wedding
“Hosted in a temple situated on a hill overlooking the city, the wedding was a traditional affair emanating dreamy vibes. Conducted right in front of the Ganesha temple, our wedding was drenched in spirituality and tradition offering a sumptuous Bangalorean spread that the guests relished heartily. As for the decor, the venue was swathed in hues of pink and white and accentuated by traditional elements like local flowers and bells. Additionally, our wedding hashtag, #vachan was also engraved in all possible spots.”, shares Chanchal.

Chanchal and Varun, Bengaluru
Chanchal and Varun, Bengaluru
Bride in red wedding outfit and groom in the golden outfit
Bride in red wedding outfit and groom in the golden outfit
Bride in red wedding outfit and groom in the golden outfit

The Wedding Makers
Venue: Taj Mg Road (Wedding Soiree), Shrunga Giri Sri Shanmukha Swamy Temple (Wedding)
Wedding Planner: Events & Wedding Experiences
Décor: Octagon
Groom’s Outfits: Manyavar
Bride’s Outfits: Neerus (Wedding Soiree), The Aura Design Studio (Wedding)
Mehendi: Meenakshi Mehendi
Entertainment: Drum Events India Pvt Ltd (Wedding Soiree), Gigsmith Tribe (Wedding Soiree)
Emcee: Mitin Upadhyay (Wedding Soiree)
Wedding Invitations: Manish Kushwah
Photography and Videography: Weddings By Flashback
Live Streaming: VDJ Pravin