Nalini and Abhinay, Hyderabad
A wedding that celebrated the coming together of two cultures with the joy of Holi making for the perfect backdrop.
The wedding of Nalini, a Sindhi, and Abinay, who is Telugu, was a deeply personal celebration. Planned and executed by WeddingSutra Favorite – The Serendipity Co, in Hyderabad, the festivities seamlessly celebrated the bride’s and groom’s cultures. The March wedding which coincided with Holi festivities also saw guests celebrating with color, water and uninhibited joy!
Wedding Planning
Rhea Dewan of The Serendipity Co. says, “What made this wedding truly special was its ability to balance contrasts, tradition and modernity, high energy and intimacy, two distinct cultures coming together with ease. Every moment was thoughtfully planned to ensure that while each function had its own identity, the overall experience felt seamless and cohesive.”
Wedding Functions
Sangeet
The celebrations began with a Sangeet which was an evening driven by emotion, energy, and connection, as friends and family came together with heartfelt performances. In the evening, DJ Sumit Sethi took over and kept the dance floor occupied till late into the night.
Pellikoduku and Mehendi
The following day unfolded with a beautiful balance of tradition and playfulness. The Pellikoduku ceremony honored Telugu customs in an intimate family interaction. This seamlessly transitioned into the Haldi and Mehendi, which took on a completely different energy. Coinciding with Holi, the celebration was vibrant, uninhibited, and filled with color.
Guests moved freely between experiences, whether it was engaging with interactive stalls like DIY sunglasses and bangles, capturing moments at the photobooth, or simply soaking in the festive energy. The addition of water guns and other playful elements made the entire function feel less like a formal event and more like a shared celebration of joy and togetherness. A tarot reader with a parrot added a unique, unexpected touch.
Ghari
As the evening set in, the celebrations transitioned into the Ghari ceremony at the hotel lounge, bringing with it a noticeable shift in pace. Rooted in Sindhi tradition, this ceremony was more intimate and family-focused, creating a space for meaningful rituals and quieter moments amidst the larger celebrations.
Wedding
The wedding day dawn with Abhinay starting the morning wedding with the twist of a high-energy baraat filled with music and dancing! The sacred rituals remained at the heart of the experience, bringing together both families in a moment that felt deeply significant and emotional.
Reception
The celebrations concluded with an elegant reception, designed as a sit-down dinner. Heartfelt speeches added emotional depth, while the same day edit brought back moments from the past few days, leaving many smiling and reminiscing. The evening transitioned into a musical celebration, creating a warm and memorable close to the festivities.
The Wedding Makers
Venues: Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel, The Hive — Address Of Happiness, Pradhan Convention Centre, Tansen Restaurant
Wedding Planner: The Serendipity Co.
DJ: Sumit Sethi, Ajay
Wedding Invitations & Stationery: Super Panda
Caterers: Foodlink
Bartenders: The Bar Baraati
Photography & Videography: The Con Artists
Make Up: Aaliya Menon (Bride)
