Turn your weddings into cinematic masterpieces by marrying the Bollywood wedding way, where every larger-than-life scene is artfully directed.
Bollywood, the term needs no introduction when we talk about it. Be it our fashion choices, our Instagram captions or the way we break into impromptu dance battles, it has influenced every aspect of our lives. Nowhere is this influence more extravagant than in Bollywood weddings. While growing up, we all dreamed of weddings as picturised in the Bollywood movies– grand, colourful, fun and undeniably filmy.
The movies don’t just inspire real life; they are the movies. Couples want a story angle, soundtrack and a setting worthy of the silver screen. Because when it comes to festivities, Indians don’t just go big, they go way beyond that. This wedding guide by Wedding Affair curates iconic locations across India where your destination wedding can mirror your favourite blockbuster moment wrapped in unforgettable drama and style.
From royal Rajasthan forts to romantic Kashmir valleys to temple towns by the sea, here’s how you can plan Bollywood weddings that feel straight out of the movies. And hey! The filmfare awaits you.
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Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani Vibes in Udaipur
Udaipur is the undisputed capital of Bollywood weddings. It is an emotion in itself. It is the background music that wells up while you spin in a lehenga with all the lakeside glamour and regal romance. Think boat baraats, sunset sangeets, and Bunny and Naina moments where each frame serves major shaadi goals against the backdrop of Lake Pichola. For couples dreaming of a YJHD moment, this destination wedding hotspot delivers cinematic perfection.
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It feels like a royal dream woven into real life with peacocks strolling in the gardens, candlelit courtyards and an infinity pool.
- Accommodation: 87 rooms and suites, including Kohinoor and luxury suites with private pools.
- Wedding Venues: Grand lawns and courtyards hosting upto 400 guests.
- Special Highlights: Bespoke wedding curation with private boat entries, spa rituals for pre-wedding wellness and signature lakefront dining experience.
With expansive lawns and jharokhas, this iconic destination wedding location overlooks the verdant Aravallis. This place is picture-perfect for your wedding celebrations and to groove to the sick Bollywood beats.
- Accommodation: 80 opulent rooms and suites with lake views and butler services.
- Wedding Venues: Indoor banquets and sprawling lawns for up to 350 guests.
- Special Highlights: Royal Mewar-inspired decor with curated spa therapies and heritage-style bridal entries.
Bhansali’s Magic in Jaipur
If your Pinterest board feels like a Sanjay Leela Bhansali frame with golden lighting, dramatic drapes and royal silhouettes, Jaipur is our calling. Just like every actress dreams of being a Bhansali muse, every bride dreams of a Bhansali movie-inspired bride. This city transforms destination wedding dreams into a regal reality, making it a favourite for majestic Bollywood weddings.
Every royal dream deserves a palatial, rich backdrop, and this is the perfect destination wedding venue.
- Accommodation: 374 rooms and suites, which perfectly blend modern luxury with Rajasthani accents.
- Wedding Venues: It boasts one of Jaipur’s largest pillarless ballrooms for up to 1000 guests and expansive lawns.
- Special Highlights: It has a dedicated wedding planning team for themed decor and luxury spa treatments for bridal grooming.
- Accommodation: 58 heritage rooms and royal suites within a 300-year-old palace.
- Wedding Venues: Courtyards and lawns accommodating 400-600 guests.
- Special Highlight: Authentic palace ambience with royal procession-like services including elephants, vintage cars and Rajasthani hospitality.
Jab We Met Beats in Punjab
If your wedding playlist begins with Mauja Hi Mauja, Punjab offers a culturally rich, high-octane backdrop for every celebration. And what can beat the warm Punjabi hospitality and grandeur? Here, the destination wedding feels vibrant, emotional and full of heart, complete with dhol beats and endless dance.
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- Accommodation: 35 heritage-style suites overlooking the breathtaking Qila Mubarak.
- Wedding Venues: Intimate courtyards and banquet spaces for up to 250 guests.
- Special Highlight: Heritage architecture with Punjabi menus and personalised cultural performances.
- Accommodation: 15 suites set amidst lush, royal gardens.
- Wedding Venues: Expansive lawns accommodating up to 500 guests.
- Special Highlights: Royal garden settings, bespoke decor concepts and traditional Patiala hospitality.
Raazi & Fitoor Feel in the Kashmir Valley
Dreaming of bringing a Kashmiri poetic intensity to your wedding, then this is the perfect location with its soft snow, pine forests and mirrored lakes that give a perfect background score for your wedding. The movies shot here showed us peaks and left us bawling with unfortunate love endings. But you can experience the love story for real with a Bollywood wedding amidst the white, snowy mountains.
The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa, Gulmarg
- Accommodation: 85 rooms and luxury cottages with Himalayan views.
- Wedding Venues: Banquet spaces and winter wonderland outdoor spaces for up to 300 guests.
- Special Highlight: Signature L’Occitane spa, winter-wedding setups and breathtaking alpine backgrounds.
- Accommodation: 84 rooms and suites overlooking Dal Lake.
- Wedding Venues: Terrace lawns and banquet spaces for around 200 guests.
- Special Highlight: Lakeside sunset ceremonies, curated wazwan feasts and bespoke wedding services.
Mahabalipuram Magic of 2 States
For couples planning culturally rich Bollywood weddings, head to the south. Remember the temple in the last sequence of 2 states? That’s the charm of Mahabalipuram, offering Indian serenity with cinematic scale. The serene charm, beautiful backdrop, background music and raw emotions here feel beyond perfect for your destination wedding.
- Accommodation: 144 rooms, villas and chalets mostly with sea views.
- Wedding Venues: Expansive beachfront lawns hosting up to 1200 guests.
- Special Highlight: Beach mandaps, wellness spa rituals and large-scale event customisations.
This venue for a destination wedding is for you if you want your love story to be literally filmed on a set.
- Accommodation: Multiple hotel options within the complex that can perfectly host your guests.
- Wedding Venues: The Film City offers themed sets and venues, perfect for hosting more than 2000 guests.
- Special Highlights: Custom-built cinematic sets with professional production teams and limitless decor possibilities with bespoke wedding services.
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Whether you choose lakes, palaces, valleys or beaches, let your celebration scream the ultimate Bollywood wedding vibes– drama, dazzle and grandeur. Afterall, your love story is worth filming and living.
FAQs
Question 1. How much does a 150-person destination wedding cost?
A high-end luxury destination wedding at a 5-star property typically ranges between 1.5-3.5 crore, depending on decor, hospitality, and entertainment and bespoke services.
Question 2. What is the best month for a destination wedding?
October to March is ideal for most Indian locations, offering pleasant weather and optimal conditions for Bollywood wedding vibes.
Question 3. Are Bollywood-themed weddings expensive?
They can be, depending on the scale, decor and celebrity-style entries. But yes, your love story deserves a perfect Bollywood setup. You are the main character.
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