A wedding video from India has taken social media by storm, not because of its décor or dance routines, but due to the jaw-dropping gifts given by the bride’s family to the groom’s side. The clip, originally posted on Instagram by Sonu Ajmer (@sr_sonu_ajmer_), has already garnered over 1.9 million likes.
In the viral footage, a man is seen announcing the gifts through a microphone during the wedding ceremony, surrounded by the bride, groom, and their families. According to the announcement, the bride’s side gifted three kilograms of silver, a petrol pump, and 210 bighas of land, an estimated value of ₹15.65 crore.
Internet Reacts with Shock and Criticism
The extravagant display of wealth sparked a flood of reactions online. One Instagram user commented, “What’s the point of getting married after this? The bride could’ve built an independent life with that kind of money.” Another user stepped in to clarify that the gifts were likely part of the traditional Bhaat ritual, where an uncle gives gifts to his niece or nephew during their wedding.
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Reactions ranged from astonishment to criticism. Some social media users condemned the practice, arguing that such lavish gifting reinforces outdated dowry-like customs. Others questioned the groom’s family’s ethics in accepting such extravagant items.
Meanwhile, a few viewers turned reflective, wondering what the bride could have done with that fortune instead. “She could’ve traveled the world, started her own business, or simply lived a luxurious life,” one user noted.
This wedding video has not only sparked curiosity but also reignited debate about excessive gifting, societal expectations, and gender roles in Indian weddings.
