Anant Ambani, the youngest son of business magnate Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant, daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant, recently tied the knot in a lavish ceremony at the Jio World Convention Centre. The high-profile event, held on July 13, was attended by a constellation of celebrities, sports personalities, politicians, and other prominent figures.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the occasion, joining actors Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Ram Charan, and politician-actor Pawan Kalyan in the front rows. Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and veteran actor Rajinikanth were also among the prominent guests seated near the Ambani family.
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Actor Ranbir Kapoor, actress Vidya Balan with producer-husband Siddharth Roy Kapur, and actor Anupam Kher were spotted in various sections of the extravagant venue. The presence of such a diverse range of celebrities underscored the event’s opulence and significance.
The wedding festivities culminated with a grand reception on Sunday, marking the conclusion of extensive celebrations that began with a pre-wedding event featuring performances by Rihanna and Akon. Subsequent events included a European cruise with on-deck concerts by the Backstreet Boys and Pitbull, followed by a masquerade ball featuring Katy Perry. Justin Bieber also performed at a recent sangeet night in Mumbai, adding to the star-studded lineup.
The Ambani-Merchant wedding garnered global attention, with attendance from international figures like former British Prime Ministers Boris Johnson and Tony Blair, as well as celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas, and American wrestler John Cena.
The extravagant affair not only celebrated the union of two prominent families but also showcased Mumbai’s cultural and entertainment prominence on an international stage.
