All wedding events except the reception will be held in Ideal Beach Resort in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. The reception will be held at Hotel Sahara Star in Mumbai. We completely understand that traveling to both locations may not be possible, and there is no expectation to attend both. We are simply grateful to celebrate this special time with you in whatever way works best.
Yes! We will be covering accommodations for our guests during the wedding celebrations in Mahabalipuram and Mumbai. We will also be covering airport transfers and transportation within Tamil Nadu and Mumbai during your stay.
Mahabalipuram in March is warm and humid, especially during the afternoon. Mornings and evenings are more pleasant.
A Tamil wedding is a celebration of love and the coming together of two families. With the blessings of both families, the bride is entrusted to the groom as they begin their journey as one. Flower garlands are exchanged, followed by the tying of the wedding necklace. Together, we take seven sacred steps, each representing a vow to one another and symbolizing the promise to walk beside each other through every lifetime. We’ll provide a brief guide on the wedding day so you can follow along and share in the meaning behind each moment.
Indian attire is recommended and we would love for our guests to embrace the colors and beauty of the celebration. Women are encouraged to wear outfits such as sarees, lehengas, or chudidar, while men may wear kurtas or veshtis. Feel free to add some sparkle and have fun with the color palette although, we encourage everyone to follow the event color guidance shared on the website.
For online shopping, we recommend Etsy or Lashkaraa, which offer a variety of Indian outfits and styles. If you’d prefer to rent, By Rotation and Boomie are great options to explore. You can also wait until you arrive in India and shop locally for your outfit, a fun way to have a more authentic Indian shopping experience!
If traditional attire isn’t possible, that’s completely okay. Women can wear a long festive dress with a scarf or shawl, and men can wear a dress shirt with trousers. Our only ask is to look your best!
We recommend: - Outfits for the wedding - Comfortable footwear (some events may be on sand/grass) - Sunglasses and sunscreen - Digestive medication and electrolytes
A few simple tips to keep things easy and comfortable: - Stick to bottled or filtered water. Avoid tap water. - Opt for freshly prepared meals, and ease into spice levels if you’re not used to them. Avoid salads or uncooked food. - If you’re trying fruits, go for ones you can peel or that come from trusted places. All food served at our wedding events will be thoughtfully curated, so you can relax and fully enjoy the experience.
Your presence is the greatest gift we could ask for. We truly do not expect or require any gifts. Having you travel and celebrate this special moment with us means more than enough.
We kindly ask that you RSVP by December 2nd, 2026, so we can finalize accommodations for our guests.