Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's wedding live updates: First pic of the newly wed couple from their reception goes viral
THE TIMES OF INDIA | Sep 25, 2023, 01:28:04 IST
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Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's wedding live updates: First pic of the newly wed couple from their reception goes viral
The picturesque city of Udaipur is once again buzzing with excitement as it hosts yet another high-profile celebrity wedding. This time, it's none other than Raghav Chadha and Parineeti Chopra who are exchanging vows amidst grandeur. Both families are arrived in the city yesterday, setting the stage for what promises to be an extravagant affair. The reception party tonight is is expected to be graced by the presence of Bollywood luminaries and influential political figures. The festivities kicked off with Parineeti's chuda ceremony on the morning of September 23 at the opulent Maharaja Suite. The event, titled "Adorned with Love," showcased exquisite floral decor, adding a touch of elegance to the venue. Following the chuda ceremony, there was a hearty welcome lunch named 'Blooms and Bites,' which included traditional haldi and mehendi ceremonies, adding vibrant colours to the festivities. In the evening, an enchanting sangeet night was hosted with the theme "Let’s Party Like the '90s," where guests donned the attire of iconic Bollywood actors from the '90s era, a night of nostalgia and entertainment. Celebrities like tennis star Sania Mirza, designer Manish Malhotra graced the events with their presence. As Parineeti and Raghav tie the knot, follow ETimes live blog for live inside videos, photos and live updates from the grand wedding!
Karan Johar and Manish Malhotra are expected to travel to Udaipur to attend Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's wedding. Although there is no confirmation yet, a source in the know has revealed to ETimes that both of Parineeti's buddies want to be there for her on the big day.
Parineeti's choora ceremony has concluded at Maharaja Suite at The Leela Palace in Udaipur. The wedding party is now enjoying The Welcome Lunch, called 'Grains of love' that is being held at the Inner Courtyard. In the evening, a grand sangeet is planned, the theme of which is the '90s Edition'. Tomorrow, the wedding party is expected to depart from The Taj Lake Palace (where Raghav and his family are staying) at around 2 pm, followed by jaimala and pheras from 3.30-4 pm, followed by the vidai. The reception gala will also be held tomorrow, from 8.30 pm onwards.
12:29 (IST) Sep 23
Wedding ensembles
It is highly likely that Parineeti will give the traditional wedding colours like red and maroon a miss and instead, opt for a pastel lehenga for her wedding, designed by Manish Malhotra. Raghav on the other hand, will be wearing a traditional piece designed by his maternal uncle, fashion designer Pawan Sachdeva.
Considering that Parineeti and Raghav's engagement was a pastel affair, the same can be expected at the wedding too. According to reports, the entire theme of the wedding is floral, and all the functions will be color coordinated accordingly. Not only that, it has been widely reported that skilled artisans from West Bengal have been hired to do up the wedding decor
While you read this, Parineeti's choora ceremony is currently underway at the Maharaja Suite at The Leela Palace in Udaipur. This will be followed by Blooms & Bites, A Fresco afternoon at the terrace near the ballroom. The Welcome Lunch, called 'Grains of love' will be held at the Inner Courtyard from noon today
Here's a glimpse of the stunning decor at Parineeti-Raghav's wedding venue
Parineeti's fan club shared a sneak peek of the venue's decorations on their social media platform. The image reveals a pathway adorned with an abundance of white flowers and a purple carpet laid out for the occasion.
09:42 (IST) Sep 23
Pre-wedding festivities are being celebrated with full enthusiasm
The pre-wedding celebrations kicked off with a solemn Ardas ceremony in Delhi, setting the auspicious tone for the upcoming nuptials. This was followed by a captivating Sufi night that cast a magical spell on the attending guests. Noteworthy figures in attendance included Madhu Chopra, mother of Priyanka Chopra, who was accompanied by her son Siddharth Chopra. Adding a touch of sports glamour to the event, renowned cricketer Harbhajan Singh also graced the guest list.
09:18 (IST) Sep 23
Hotel staff to follow strict guidelines, not allowed to go out
There are strict security rules at the Raghav-Parineeti wedding. According to reports, anyone who attends the wedding will be completely scanned. Not only that, none of the staff is allowed to leave the premises for these three days and will be staying in the property only.
08:56 (IST) Sep 23
Parineeti and Raghav received grand welcome in Udaipur
Parineeti and Raghav arrived in Udaipur amidst dhol beats. Several pictures and videos of the couple from the airports went viral on social media. Parineeti was spotted at the Udaipur airport as she waved to her fans outside. Parineeti looked charing in a red jumpsuit complemented with a pink shawl and sunglasses.
100 security guards deployed, phone cameras to be taped
Stringent measures have been put in place to safeguard the privacy of the event, with specific arrangements to prevent the unauthorized capture and sharing of photos and videos during the wedding preparations and ceremony. This restriction will especially apply to hotel staff as well as those for tents, decorations, sound systems, and chefs.
07:50 (IST) Sep 23
THIS is how Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha were welcomed in Udaipur
Will Parineeti Chopra's cousins Meera and Mannara Chopra attend the wedding?
According to a source who spoke with ETimes, Meera Chopra and Mannara Chopra, both accomplished actresses in their own right, are presently engrossed in their individual professional commitments. Despite being cousins to Parineeti and Priyanka Chopra, it remains uncertain whether they will be able to make time to partake in the upcoming wedding celebrations in Udaipur. While it is assumed that they and their families may have received invitations, the presence of these talented young actresses at the wedding festivities remains uncertain.