From a masquerade ball to Rihanna’s long-awaited return, and a stunning glass palace lit up by 5,500 drones, these are just teasers for the grand spectacle that is the July 12-14 wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. With all eyes on this ultra-wealthy couple, anticipation builds for the main event of the Ambani wedding extravaganza.
MEET THE GROOM: ANANT AMBANI.
Anant Ambani is the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani, who are prominent figures in India’s business and social circles. Mukesh Ambani is the chairman and largest shareholder of Reliance Industries Limited, a conglomerate with interests in petrochemicals, refining, oil, telecommunications, and retail. Anant Ambani gained media attention not only due to his family’s wealth and influence but also for his public appearances and engagements.
& THE BRIDE: RADHIKA MERCHANT.
She is the daughter of Viren Merchant, CEO and Vice Chairman of Encore Healthcare. Radhika has often been seen at public events with the Ambani family, including social gatherings and functions. While she maintains a relatively private life, her association with the Ambanis has garnered attention in Indian media and social circles.
THE WEDDING:
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding venue for their highly anticipated nuptials on July 12, 2024, was set at the Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai’s bustling Bandra Kurla Complex. This expansive venue spans 1,03,012 sqm and boasts five modular halls, 25 meeting rooms, and a grand ballroom, offering versatile spaces for both large-scale events and intimate gatherings.
After their star-studded pre-wedding celebrations, including a Rihanna-led Hastakshar ceremony in Jamnagar and a glamorous journey through Italy ending with a Katy Perry concert in Cannes, the couple’s wedding promises to transform the convention center into a magical wonderland.
Traditionally, the festivities will begin with the baraat, the groom’s procession, starting from the Ambani family’s iconic Mumbai residence, Antilia, a $2 billion skyscraper adorned with Indian flowers and golden lighting. As the 27-story mansion looms over the city, its terraces will shine brightly, adding to the splendor of this extravagant affair.
THE NOT-SO-USUAL INVITE.
t’s a feast for the eyes! Unveiled in an extravagant unboxing video, the Ambanis’ love for Indian craftsmanship is on full display. Inside the lavish box, discover an intricate silver temple and a silver book holding cards for each wedding function. Hindu symbolism reigns supreme, with hand-embroidered depictions of ‘vaikunth’, Sanskrit hymns adorning the lacquered box, and precious metal illustrations of deities. This invitation isn’t just a card—it’s a masterpiece celebrating tradition and love in every detail.
THE CELEBRITIES WHO ATTENDED:
Mumbai was buzzing as international icons like Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian touched down, joining Bollywood’s elite including Priyanka Chopra-Jonas and Nick Jonas. Boxing legend Mike Tyson adds to the guest list’s diversity.
Cannes royalty Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan, with husband Abhishek Bachchan and father-in-law Amitabh Bachchan, promised glamour alongside Bollywood’s rising stars like Janhvi Kapoor and Sara Ali Khan. Anticipation is high for appearances by Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan, ensuring a night of glitz and grandeur.
Political heavyweights including Hillary Clinton, UK’s Boris Johnson and Tony Blair, and India’s Narendra Modi are set to grace the occasion. Top industrialists like Gautam Adani, Saudi Aramco’s Amin Nasser, FIFA’s Gianni Infantino, and Samsung Electronics’ Jay Lee round out this illustrious guest list, making it a truly unforgettable celebration of love and prestige.
