Timeline
Sikh Wedding
Anand Karaj 10-25-2024
Baraat -- 9:30 am Baraat marks the arrival of the groom at the wedding venue. Family and friends accompany the groom alongside a musical percussion known as the dhol. This event is full of colors, music, and dance. Milni Milni means coming together, symbolizing the formal introduction of two families. Breakfast Delicious food and caffeine to keep full for the ceremony ahead. Anand Karaj The term "Anand Karaj" translates to a blissful or happy union. This Sikh marriage ceremony emphasizes love, equality, commitment, and the spiritual aspect of the union. A key part of this ceremony is the "Laavan," consisting of four hymns symbolizing the four pillars of marriage and representing the journey of the bride and groom as they begin their married life. Photos and Lunch 1:00 pm and onwards
Hindu Wedding
Pelli 10-26-2024
Baraat and Edurukolu -- 9:00am The groom's grand entrance, accompanied by his family and friends. The formal meeting of the families. Breakfast 9:30 aam We want to make sure you're all fueled up and ready to enjoy the festivities! Ganesh & Gauri Puja The Ganesha pooja is the first event to take place in which the groom partakes and simultaneously the bride does Gauri Pooja. The aim is to remove all obstacles and bless the couple. Bride’s Entry The bride is carried in by her maternal uncles to the mandap. Jeelakarra-Bellam & Suba Muhurtham -- 11:37 am An auspicious hour that is determined by astrology. This is when the couple put cumin and jaggery-based paste on each other's heads. The sticky paste represents the bitter-sweet moments of life. Mangalsutram (Tieing The Knot) The groom ties the scared thaali 3 times around the bride's neck. Each knot signifies the union of the two souls physically, mentally, and spiritually. Talambralu & Pradhanam The bride and groom shower each other with rice, flower petals, and pearls symbolizing the celebration of the married couple. Saptapadi and Sthaalipaakam The bride and groom take seven rounds around holy fire symbolizing their vows to each other. Arundhati Nakshatram Arundhati and Vasistha stars symbolize the ideal couple, as in the solar system they rotate in synchrony - denoting the mutual importance of both partners. The wedding concluded at 1 pm, followed by lunch and pictures.
Reception
Party Time!
Cocktail Hour -- 5:30 pm Reception from 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm Please note it will be an open bar. Enjoy responsibly.