Arabia Weddings and Arun Bablani Announce Masterclass on Curating Ultra-Luxury Indian Weddings
Arabia Weddings, the heartbeat of the wedding industry in the Middle East, is launching a major initiative to elevate regional expertise in destination weddings through a strategic collaboration with globally renowned luxury wedding planner Arun Bablani, Founder and Owner of Vivaah Weddings. Together, they will host the exclusive educational event: The Art of Curating Luxury Indian Weddings.
Set for 19 January, 2026, in Dubai, this intensive one-day masterclass is specifically designed to equip regional and international professionals with the sophisticated knowledge and service skills required to manage and design high-budget, complex, multi-day Indian celebrations.
With over 20 years of event planning experience, and based out of Dubai, UAE, Arun Bablani is internationally recognized as an elite wedding planner. Having planned and executed a multitude of luxury weddings globally, his passion lies in creating truly spectacular events and helping clients take their celebrations to the next level. His influence and excellence are recognized through recent features on the prestigious DWP Power List 100 (Global) and the Economic Times Wedding Top 50 A-List (India), solidifying his position as one of the "best of the best" in event planning and designing.
The Indian wedding market is one of the most lucrative segments in global hospitality, characterized by elaborate, multi-day celebrations that demand unparalleled logistical precision and a deep respect for tradition. As key destinations in the MENA region compete to host these magnificent events, the need for locally-based professionals to master this niche has dramatically increased.
To learn the Indian cultural nuances and traditions, sharpen your high-touch service skills, and master the complex choreography of these celebrations, Arabia Weddings and Arun Bablani have created this specialized masterclass. It moves beyond basic planning to focus on refined design philosophy, aesthetics, and creating sensory, immersive experiences.
This masterclass is designed to fundamentally transform your approach to high-end Indian wedding planning and design. Attendees will gain a new perspective on The Luxury Indian Wedding Mindset, learning what defines true luxury by moving beyond sheer scale to focus on substance and exclusivity. The curriculum emphasizes Vision, Aesthetics & Storytelling, providing strategies for designing weddings with profound meaning where every visual element contributes to a cohesive narrative. Furthermore, the masterclass tackles the logistical complexities of The Multi-Day Wedding Journey, detailing strategies for creating a seamless and magical flow across every phase of the celebration. Finally, participants will master High-Touch Planning & Sensory Design, learning how to deliver detail-driven luxury experiences that engage all the senses and provide truly unparalleled client service.
Samar Shawareb, Founder/CEO of Arabia Weddings, stated: "As the MENA region continues to attract the world's most opulent celebrations, the demand for specialized, culturally astute planning expertise has never been higher. This masterclass is part of Arabia Weddings' core mission to elevate industry standards by providing access to the finest global knowledge, ensuring our professionals are perfectly equipped to deliver the seamless, high-touch luxury clients expect."
Arun Bablani, Founder and Owner of Vivaah Weddings, commented: "A luxury Indian wedding is a carefully architected; multi-day experience demanding precision, deep cultural understanding, and creative storytelling. This masterclass strips away the scale to reveal the substance of true luxury. Attendees will leave with a sophisticated methodology for integrating vision, aesthetics, and logistics, enabling them to confidently curate truly unforgettable, culturally-rich celebrations."
The masterclass is essential for all wedding professionals committed to delivering exceptional experiences and advancing their career in the luxury sector. This includes Wedding Planners & Event Designers at any level seeking to master the unique aesthetics, complex logistics, and service model of multi-day Indian weddings. It is also highly relevant for Creative & Design Vendors, such as florists, decorators, production managers, photographers, and videographers, aiming to elevate their service offering for high-budget, detail-driven clientele. Furthermore, Hotel & Venue Professionals—especially catering and event sales managers—will gain critical knowledge on cultural requirements, space utilization, and the service expectations unique to luxury Indian weddings. Finally, the masterclass offers core knowledge and credibility for Aspiring Professionals & Career Pivots looking to specialize and successfully enter the lucrative luxury Indian wedding market.
Due to the exclusive and intensive nature of the training, space is strictly limited. Interested professionals are encouraged to secure their attendance immediately by visiting the official event page.
