Before we jump to the types of Indian wedding photographer who can document your weddings for you, we will delve into different types of Indian Weddings.
As we all know that Indian weddings mostly depend on cultures, which are the most prominent thing about the country that makes it unique among all other countries from across the globe and these multicultural weddings stand out and make every culture and tradition look unique.
1. Indian Hindu Weddings –
Indian Hindu weddings are extravagant and perfectly colourful. These weddings are like festivals which go on for days and weeks. Celebrated among loved ones, the Indian Hindu Weddings are sacred that involved sacred rituals from the Haldi ceremony to Sangeet, from Mehndi to the ring ceremony and eventually the wedding day at the beautifully decorated Mandap.
2. Indian Sikh Weddings –
Indian Sikh Weddings are unique in its own way, popularly known as Anand Karaj, the ceremonies go on for several days post and pre-wedding. Be it the most important parental consent, Roka and Thaka, that is required prior to the actual wedding or Kurmai, the formal engagement ceremony of the bridegroom or the Kirtan, the religious music that makes the ceremony spiritual and emotional, all these pre-wedding ceremonies are quite famous in Indian Punjabi Weddings. Some of the wedding rituals in Indian Sikh Weddings involve Sehra Bandi, Baraat, Milni, Anand Karaj, Lavaan Pheras and so one. Some post-wedding ceremonies include Sadaa Suhagan, Doli and Vidaai, Reception among others.
3. Indian Muslim Weddings –
Qabooling (Accepting), Nikah, between the to be bride and groom can take place months before the actual marriage, which as per the religion declares the couple husband and wife. This ceremony may also involve the Mangini, exchange of rings between the couple. Similar to that of Haldi Ceremony Muslims celebrate Manjha Ceremony where the bride is smeared with turmeric paste sent by her to be in-laws. The other pre-wedding ceremonies in Indian Muslim Weddings Involve Mehendi and Sanchaq, gifts sent to the bride by the groom’s side.
The wedding day may involve Nikah, which can also be celebrated weeks or months before the wedding day and Arsi Musaf. Post-wedding ceremonies include Rukhsat, Walimah, and other traditional rituals, which varies in traditions.
4. Indian Christian Weddings –
The Christian Wedding begins with the bride walking along the aisle (usually accompanied by her father) towards the altar, after which the priest reads them the vows of matrimony. This romantic wedding has garnered spotlight because of its aura, sophistication and elegance. The bide donning a stunning white gown, veil and a flowing trail, while groom adorns himself in black tuxedo or suit. Some of the pre wedding ceremonies of Christian weddings include The Bridal Shower and much-hyped Bachelor’s Party. While Post wedding rituals and traditions involve The Toast and The Dance!
