A Mesmerizing Destination Indian Wedding in Abu Dhabi
Sonya and Shreyans’ wedding at the majestic Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi was nothing short of a royal celebration.
With the venue's grandeur setting the tone, FB Celebrations meticulously curated every detail to reflect the couple’s unique love story. From opulent décor to heartfelt moments shared with family and friends, this unforgettable affair beautifully blended luxury, tradition, and timeless elegance.
- Venue: Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi
- Photographs & Video: Badal Raja
- Planning & Décor: FB Celebrations
- Artiste: DJ Shadow (Dubai), Chirag Illusionist, Rapper Sid & Ankit Batra
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Welcome Dinner
The welcome dinner was a brilliant fusion of elegant cuisine and captivating performance art. Guests sat down to a wonderful dinner, with soft, ambient lighting creating an unforgettable atmosphere.
A beautiful fire dancer opened the evening with her stunning performance, casting dancing shadows that added a magical touch to the meal. Following her, a mesmerising belly dancer captivated the audience with fluid, hypnotic movements that mirrored the group's energy and the music's rhythm.
The highlight of the evening was a distinctive jugalbandi, a cultural duet that combined the modern beats of DJ Shadow, who had flown in from Dubai, with the classical grace of Kathak. This surprising blend of contemporary musical innovation and traditional legacy created a dynamic environment, ensuring every guest experienced the perfect harmony between artistic expression and polished celebration.
Mehendi – Pool Party
A brilliant fusion of colours, music, and unique performances created an incredible celebration at the Mehendi pool party. The scene, designed in bright pink and orange, exuded energy and joy.
Rapper Sid set the perfect tone for the day and brought the crowd to life with his explosive rapping. Visitors were mesmerised by Sagar, the water drummer, who combined beats with water bursts to create a spectacular show.
The bride and groom's playful arrival on a Vespa scooter showcased their beauty and appeal, marking the high point of the excitement. Lastly, DJ Shadow from Dubai added his trademark beats to the occasion, skilfully blending contemporary sensibilities.
Sangeet
Zone 1 Frank Sinatra, 1970s music, whose timeless melodies stirred both a feeling of nostalgia and sophisticated elegance with a glass of champagne, added even more to the atmosphere. Getting the visitors ready for the fantastic adventures in the following areas.
Zone 2 opened like a vibrantly coloured Coachella on the beach, featuring an incredible combination of EDM beats and Bollywood tracks that brought the dance floor to life.
Modern sensibilities and pulsating rhythms sparked a contagious celebration, transforming the space into a brilliant party where history met exciting contemporary flair.
The evening's last act in Zone 3 began with an amazing mapping projection on the "Medusa," presenting a visual and musical extravaganza. Visitors were invited into a world where art and technology intertwined to chronicle the bride and groom's journey. An ongoing musical performance elegantly captured their unique path through notes and images. At the same time, the story spun through times of love and celebration, engaging the audience in a narrative integral to the sangeet.
These three zones worked together to create an immersive celebration, offering a smooth journey from classic elegance to modern exuberance and culminating in a moving narrative spectacular.
Wedding
The Emirates Palace served as the stunning backdrop for the wedding, setting the mood for opulent grandeur and cultural fusion. The striking centrepiece was a huge dome meticulously embellished with mirror work that evoked India's intricate architectural design; its mirrored beauty captured the essence of modernism and tradition.
As the evening continued, Ankit Batra brought the guests to tears by reminiscing about their favourite wedding moments, such as the bride's graceful arrival with her father and the groom's stately entrance with his parents. These poignant moments were skilfully blended with the evening's magic to produce a breathtaking fireworks show that lit up the sky and transformed every memory into a magnificent celebration of legacy and love.
