Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, is set to marry Radhika Merchant, daughter of Viren Merchant, CEO of Encore Healthcare, in what promises to be a spectacular event. Scheduled for July 12, 2024, in Mumbai, the wedding will feature a blend of traditional and lavish ceremonies.
The couple, aged 28 and 29 respectively, got engaged in January of last year. Their pre-wedding celebrations have already drawn significant attention, starting with an elaborate multi-day engagement party in Jamnagar, Gujarat, in March 2024. The engagement, attended by approximately 1,200 guests, including international celebrities and business leaders, showcased the Ambani family’s penchant for luxury and grandiosity.
The pre-wedding festivities featured performances by global superstar Rihanna and illusionist David Blaine. Notable guests included Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, BlackRock co-founder Larry Fink, spiritual leader Sadhguru, and Bollywood stars such as Deepika Padukone and Rani Mukherjee. Following the engagement party, the Ambani family hosted a gratitude evening for the Reliance family in Jamnagar, featuring performances by Salman Khan and Ranveer Singh.
Demonstrating their commitment to community welfare, the Ambani family integrated philanthropy into the pre-wedding events by organizing meals for 51,000 locals from neighboring villages.
The wedding is expected to take place at the Ambani family’s residence, Antilia, and the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The celebrations will be split between these venues, with receptions at the convention center and more intimate ceremonies at Antilia. The meticulous planning and high-profile guest list underscore the Ambani family’s influence and status.
Additionally, there is speculation about a second pre-wedding celebration aboard a luxurious cruise. This event is rumored to set sail from Italy on May 28, 2024, and travel to Southern France over three days. The cruise will host around 800 guests, including Bollywood stars such as Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, and Alia Bhatt, attended by 600 hospitality staff to ensure a seamless experience.
The wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant symbolizes the union of two prominent Indian families and promises to be an event of unparalleled grandeur and elegance. The details that have emerged indicate a wedding that will be remembered for years to come.