Indian wedding traditions are full of fun, laughter and glee. Wedding traditions in India hold much significance and have a deeper meaning to it. It is one of the ways through which the bride and groom’s family bond with each other. The long-standing wedding traditions in India render a gala time to the otherwise elaborate and tedious ceremonies. These wedding rituals liven up any dull moment and come to our rescue at Indian weddings. Here are 5 unique Indian wedding rituals that are sure to blow your mind away.
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Maharashtrian Wedding
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In a typical Maharashtrian wedding, the bride and groom are not allowed to see each other until the time of tying the mangalsutra. A silk shawl called Antrapat is used to keep the bride and groom from seeing each other. It is only at the time when the groom is supposed to tie the mangalsutra that the Antrapat is removed.
2. Bihari Wedding
In a typical Bihari wedding, as soon as the bride arrives at her new home, she is made to balance a number of earthen pots on her head. Usually, it is the bride’s mother-in-law who places the pots on her head. The bride is supposed to take blessings of the elders of the family while simultaneously balancing the pots.
3. Sindhi Wedding
Sindhis have their own distinct way of making merry at wedding ceremonies. During a Sindhi wedding, an uber fun ritual called Sainth is performed. During the ritual, seven married women put oil over the groom’s head. Towards the end of this ritual, the groom’s relatives tear off his clothes.
4. Telugu Wedding
