Anant Ambani’s wedding is considered one of the most grandiose wedding ceremonies ever. The lavish event has demonstrated to the world just how extravagant a wedding can be, with a staggering $500 million spent so far.
Asia’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani, 67, invested nearly $500 million in the wedding of his youngest son, Anant Ambani, 29, to Radhika Merchant. The opulence of the marriage has sparked global controversy, with many labeling it the most expensive wedding ever.
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The pre-wedding celebrations alone had a budget of $150 million, causing a worldwide sensation. The wedding itself saw its budget more than double, reaching $320 million.
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, both 29, had been in a relationship for quite some time before deciding to marry. Radhika is the daughter of a billionaire. Anant, who graduated from New York University in 2017, now holds a seat on the board of directors of his parents’ pharmaceutical company.
The wedding was graced by numerous stars from the entertainment industry. Celebrities such as John Cena, Justin Bieber, Khloé Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Chris Appleton, Ash K. Holm, and Nick Jonas attended, along with prominent figures from various countries, including Deepika Padukone, MS Dhoni and Aishwarya Rai. Read More: Khloé Kardashian Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Moments from Billionaire Heir’s Wedding with Sister Kim
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The wedding ceremony spanned three days. It began with a traditional Hindu ceremony, followed by a day of “auspicious blessings,” where guests and elders bestowed their blessings on the couple. The third day marked the final and most expensive part of the celebrations.
Anant Ambani wore a traditional Indian red sherwani and pagri, complemented by a panther-shaped brooch featuring a 720-carat emerald. He looked stunning in his wedding attire, walking alongside his sister, Isha Ambani, with some pictures of the moment shared in the media.
Bride Radhika Merchant dazzled in several designer dresses throughout the ceremony. On her wedding day, she wore a historical Indian lehenga, completing her look with a multi-layered necklace adorned with diamonds and emeralds.
The Ambani family’s wedding outfits were all unique and specially designed, with a significant amount of money spent on the clothing. The newlyweds gifted Audemars Piguet watches to all their guests.
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Experts estimate the total cost of the Ambani pre-wedding celebrations to be around $600 million. However, there has been no official statement from the Ambani family regarding the exact expenditure on the wedding so far.