Schedule
Friday, June 28, 2024
Haldi
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
10933 Cartwright Drive, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Dress code: Lilac or hues of Yellow. A swimsuit/change of clothes and some sunscreen is encouraged.
This will be held in our family's house in Porter Ranch. Expect to soak in the sun next to the pool and enjoy cocktails, mehndi, and our food vendor! We encourage everyone to bring a change of clothes and some sunscreen to enjoy the pool outside with us. Snacks will be catered. Haldi is a significant prewedding event and ritual in almost every Indian regional wedding. It is celebrated on the wedding day or one day prior to the wedding day and is usually a close-knitted event. The closest family, relatives and friends come together on this auspicious occasion to apply turmeric paste (haldi) on the bride and groom's face and body. Some families also smear chandan (sandalwood powder) with rose water on the bride's face and hands and shower flowers on the couples. The occasion is celebrated with dhol (drum beats), Bollywood songs and endless dancing. We will have a western twist on this and encourage people to enjoy cocktails by the pool!
Sangeet
6:00 pm - 11:45 pm
22323 Sherman Way, Los Angeles, CA 91303
Western Attire preferred. Semi-Formal: Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses.
We're thrilled to invite you to our Sangeet, Jaago, and Cocktail Night extravaganza! It's going to be an evening packed with music, dance, and unforgettable moments. From the lively beats of the Dhol to the energetic moves on the dance floor, get ready to be swept away by the rhythm of the night. Join us as we celebrate the joyous occasion with traditional Punjabi dances, heartfelt performances, and of course, plenty of cocktails to keep the spirits high. We will have Karaoke and choreographed dancing.
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Wedding Ceremony
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
3901 Lampson Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740
Dress code: Traditional Indian attire like a lehenga, sari, or salwar suit, or a suit or sherwani. Mint pastel green shades preferred. Please avoid wearing light pink. If you're not comfortable wearing traditional Indian clothes, you can wear a cocktail dress or ensemble that you would wear to a Western wedding.
Prepare to dance and celebrate with the Baraat procession, where the groom will make his grand entrance surrounded by music, dance, and jubilant festivities. Following the Baraat, you will have the honor of witnessing the rich traditions of our Hindu ceremony, including the exchange of the seven sacred vows, symbolizing our commitment to each other for a lifetime. Your presence on this special day will make our celebration complete. We can't wait to share this joyous occasion with you!🍾
Reception
7:00 pm - 11:45 pm
3901 Lampson Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740
Formal/evening attire (light gray suits if available for men)
Immediately following the ceremony, the reception hall will open for people to enjoy a cocktail hour while the Bride and Groom take photographs. Afterwards, the party begins! We will have speeches, choreographed dancing, and many other fun activities to celebrate our eternal entanglement.