The pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar have attracted international attention.
Time noted that Mukesh Ambani has elevated the concept of the big Indian wedding, with a three-day event featuring guests from Wall Street, Silicon Valley, and the entertainment industry.
The New York Times highlighted the extravagant festivity and the guest list, considering it part of the pageantry.
BBC reported that some of the world’s most influential people attended the event, emphasizing the Ambani family’s penchant for lavish celebrations.
USA Today emphasized the Ambanis’ tendency to go all out, detailing the elaborate arrangements for guests, including a variety of dishes, top-notch services, and return charter jet flights.
South China Morning Post highlighted how Asia’s richest family is unafraid to splurge on wedding celebrations, citing the extravagance of previous Ambani weddings.
Tatler, while acknowledging claims of a more “laid-back” atmosphere, expressed skepticism given the grandeur associated with the pre-wedding festivities.