If you were not keeping a close eye on social media updates about Mukesh Ambani and his family, the conclusion of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding festivities marked a glamorous event. The family organized a lavish three-day celebration from March 1-3 in Jamnagar, Gujarat, attended by Bollywood celebrities, sports figures, and business magnates. The burning question on everyone’s mind is the extravagant amount the Ambanis spent on these pre-wedding ceremonies, and we have the details for you…
Reportedly, the Ambanis splurged an astounding £120 million (approximately Rs 1259 crore) on the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, as per Daily Mail. While this may seem like a colossal sum to the general public, it barely makes a dent in the wealth of Asia’s wealthiest man, with a real-time net worth of $117.7 billion (approximately Rs 9.7 lakh crore).
According to Daily Mail, the catering contract alone cost the Ambanis a staggering £20 million (approximately Rs 210 crore). Rihanna, who delivered an electrifying performance, was reportedly paid $8-9 million (approximately Rs 66-74 crore), according to India Today.
The guest list for the three-day pre-wedding ceremonies included notable figures such as Shah Rukh Khan, Sachin Tendulkar, Mark Zuckerberg, and more. These guests not only traveled in private jets but were also chauffeured to and from the airport in luxury cars like Rolls-Royce. The Ambani family spared no expense in the decor, bringing themes like “An Evening in Everland” and “A Walk on the Wildside” to life.
The family adorned themselves internationally and domestically labels, including Manish Malhotra, Tarun Tahiliani, Raghavendra Rathore, Ashish Gupta, Versace, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and more.
Now, the burning question arises: Were Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding festivities more expensive than Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal’s wedding? While the former cost over Rs 1200 crore, the latter’s wedding in 2018 had the Ambanis spending a whopping $100 million (approximately Rs 828 crore).
Regarded as one of the world’s most expensive weddings, Isha and Anand’s grand Mumbai wedding featured a show-stopping performance by pop icon Beyoncé, who was reportedly paid between $4-6 million (approximately Rs 33-49 crore).
With the conclusion of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s ultra-lavish pre-wedding festivities, all attention now turns to their big Indian wedding, scheduled for July this year.
