Kruti&Vansh
Jai Mala
Kruti and Vansh exchange garlands.
Hasta Melap
Kruti's parents place her hand in Vansh's. Traditionally this is the bride's family giving their daughter away. Here it's two families joining.
Granthi Bandhan
Kruti's dupatta is tied to Vansh's scarf. This is the knot in "tying the knot."
Ganesh Pooja
A prayer to Ganesh before the main rituals. He removes obstacles.
Mangal Phera
Four rounds around the fire, one each for duty, prosperity, love and freedom. After the fourth, they're married.
Saptapadi
Seven steps, one promise each: respect, care, patience, honesty, standing together through good and bad, a life of love, and a happy family.
Sindoor, Mangalsutra & Rings
Vansh puts sindoor in Kruti's hair and the mangalsutra around her neck. Both mark her as married. Then they exchange rings.
Vows
Their own words. Please put phones away here.
Kansar
Kruti's mom feeds them sweets. Their first meal as a married couple.
Ashirwad
Blessings from family and friends. This is where everyone throws petals on them.
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