Wedding Party

Vbhinay Marapaka

Best Man

Though 8 years apart, Vbhinay and Elias are as close as brothers can get. They have experienced so much together: from riding jet skis across the Atlantic Ocean to driving up a 14,000 foot mountain. Vbhinay is grateful for all the love he has been shown by his older brother and can’t wait to celebrate with the happy couple!

Evangelyn Jeong

Matron of Honor

Many have thought them twins, but Evangelyn aka "Evey" and Stephanie are actually 6 years apart. Lil' sis misses wedding planning, so has graciously stepped in to help her big sis for her big day. Evey lives out her west coast dreams in San Jose, CA with her husband, Young, and adorable furbaby, Louie.

Samson Akula

Groomsman

Samson and Elias grew up together as family friends in the MFIUMC church community. They share a passion for sports, the great outdoors, art, philosophy, competitions, and games. They continue to develop and challenge each other to be their best versions. Wishing Elias the best in this next big step! Ecclesiastes 4:10

Amy Lai

Bridesmaid

Cousins and childhood friends, Amy and Stephanie grew up singing along to every Disney movie classic together (especially "Beauty and the Beast"). They reconnected in adulthood and enjoy dinner and shopping dates. Amy loves weddings and is very excited for her first ever bridesmaids role!

Paul Marumudi

Groomsman

Paul and Elias are first cousins who grew up in different parts of the world, but their families have always stayed in touch. They have bonded more after Paul moved to the states 7 years ago. Some of their favorite memories together include Elias' 2015 trip to India and Paul's COVID downtime in MD just last year.

Veronica Henry

Bridesmaid

Clint Kiron

Groomsman

Elias and Clint have known eachother for 20+ years through church and family. They've explored life together and travelled to different states. "Bunty went from a childhood friend to a brother I can rely on for anything. The love he has for his brothers is boundless and I wish the lovely couple a beautiful marriage and fruitful future. Love you both!"

Abigail Lee

Bridesmaid

Abi and Steph first met as roommates for half a year in 2015 during YWAM DTS in Kansas City, MO and outreach in Andhra Pradesh, India. Their bond grew over late night snack sessions, bucket showers, and learning Telugu worship songs. Their sisterhood makes regular New York trips 100% worth.

Sundeep Kumar

Groomsman

Danielle Latchman

Bridesmaid

Hailing from Niagara Falls, Canada, Danielle and Stephanie met in Kona, Hawaii doing a Bible school at YWAM Ships in 2019. They were roommates who became soul sistas over floor lays, chats, cries and many a "Loko Wraps" lunch dates. If only they lived closer, 10/10 would be weirdo roomies again.

Prashanth Samuel

Groomsman

Prashanth met the groom during their younger years at church and now they work in similar industries. They have bonded over a love for sports, family, and deep convos. In their free time, they both enjoy playing basketball and endless games of Madden. Prashanth can't wait to celebrate with the couple as a groomsman!

Haeun Kim

Bridesmaid

Haeun and Stephanie met at Whole Word Fellowship Church where they serve together in both Teen Girls and Worship ministry. Their mutual authenticity and transparency drew them into many deep conversations about faith, healing, and the real, raw, and relatable joys and challenges of relationships.

Noel Bezwada

Groomsman

As youths, Noel and Abhinay met through various church youth group sports. To this day, they share a love for sports, fitness, health, and boba tea. They enjoy DC sports games and being weekend warrior gym partners. Noel is excited to be a groomsmen to celebrate with the happy Stephanie and Bunts!

Manny Sananikone

Bridesmaid

Manny and Stephanie met in high school (go Cougars! haha). They bonded over music, art, and many late night phone calls discussing psychology, philosophy, pondering existence, and eventually exploring faith. They share the same alma mater where they also played club basketball, soccer, and volleyball together.

Nelson Boddu

Groomsman

Nelson and Elias grew up in church together and have been good friends since they were both in the 5th grade. They share similar interests in sports, anime, video games, and fashion. Nelson wishes all the best for the couple and can't wait to celebrate with them.

Stephanie Higgins

Bridesmaid

Name twins and roomies for a season of life, Steph² have been friends since Oakton High School days. They shared many classes together: Gym, Calculus, Government, English (oh, the stories they could recount!). Now they are twinning with the same years for their engagement and wedding! :)

Fareed Atayee

Groomsman

They first met ten years ago and found they both enjoyed playing sports, exercising, trying new foods, and having deep conversations about life. Fareed finds Eli to be an inspiration for what hard work and a great attitude can accomplish and he wishes the couple a life filled with joy and laughter, happily ever after.

Jennifer Nguyen

Bridesmaid

Jennifer and Stephanie met sophomore year of high school where they found out they shared the same art teacher and 22nd of the month birthdays. Many girls nights have been had and many life events celebrated over the course of their 15+ year friendship, it's only right to celebrate yet another milestone together!