Celebrity weddings capture the imagination like no other. The recently concluded festivities of the Ambani family are a case in point. Seeing how the rich and famous get married allows regular people to consider how they would want their own special day to be arranged. Large scale or small? Within India or outside? At a vineyard, hill station, beach or somewhere else?
If you’re looking for wedding inspiration, pick from these seven celebrity-approved wedding venues for one of the most magical days of your life.
Hindi actor Parineeti Chopra married politician Raghav Chadha in the swanky environs of The Leela Palace Udaipur in September 2023. The five-star luxury hotel is situated in Lake Pichola and dazzles visitors with its gleaming façade studded with chattris and dotted with jharokhas. Its banquet spaces accommodate up to 200 seated guests, with an additional outdoor capacity for 100 standing guests. There are also private rooms for cosy affairs with as few as eight people. Guests can stay in lavish suites, enjoy Indian and international cuisine at the on-site restaurants, and go on a guided walk to see the fascinating artwork on display like the vibrant Mewari wall murals and handcrafted dark wood furniture.
Address: Lake Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan 313001
This five-star resort which boasts beautiful gardens with fountains, reflection pools and traditional architecture played host to the November 2021 wedding of Hindi actors Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha Paul. The site’s Durbar Hall has a maximum capacity of 500 guests and has high ceilings, sparkling chandeliers and gorgeous views of the Siswan forest range. Meanwhile, the Anant Mahal Hall centres around a domed gazebo where couples can exchange their vows in front of seated guests on a sprawling courtyard. Their on-site bars and restaurants serve up Punjabi and international cuisine to whet visitors’ appetite.
Address: Pallanpur P.O, Sialba Majri Road, New Chandigarh, Punjab 140110
When Hindi actors Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal got married in December 2021 at the Six Senses Fort Barwara, fans fawned over the wedding outfits, décor and stunning location. The beautiful 14th-century fort was originally owned by a Rajasthani royal family but after a significant conservation effort it was transformed into a leisure retreat that has retained its regal ambience. The opulent Barwara State Room is a flexible 225-square-metre space that can be used to host both formal and informal events while the Zenana Mahal is a 700-metre-square banquet lawn complete with a stepped amphitheatre to seat a maximum of 200 people. In addition to the sumptuous on-site restaurants, the resort’s spa offers an extensive Ayurvedic “whole body” healing system, meditation and personalised wellness program.
Address: Chauth Ka Barwara, Rajasthan 322702
Back in January 2021, Hindi actor Varun Dhawan married fashion designer Natasha Dalal at the idyllic Mansion House. This place is tucked away in a quaint village and keeps company with the gorgeous Sahyadris and serene Sasawane Lake. Accessed by a five-minute ride from the Mandwa Jetty, the 25-room mansion is the perfect spot for an intimate wedding. It has a hosting capacity of 300 people and a delicious selection of food, alcohol and plush rooms. The staff will handle the décor and catering based on the couple’s preferences and leave no stone unturned in ensuring a memorable day.
Address: Saswane, Near Singhania Helipad, Alibaug, Maharashtra 402201
The nuptials of the “Desi Girl” Priyanka Chopra and her partner Nick Jonas took place in December 2018 at the Umaid Bhawan Palace. With 26 acres of gardens, this heritage palace hotel in Jodhpur continues to remain an active royal residence with family members residing in their own wing. Each room and suite features modern comforts and luxurious furnishings for an unparalleled experience of authentic royalty. Hold your dreamy wedding at the Marwar Hall, a luxurious banquet venue; under the chandeliers of Rathore Hall; or at the 1,858-metre-square space of Baradari Lawn which can seat up to 1,500 guests.
Address: Cantt Area, Jodhpur, Rajasthan 342006
Hindi actors Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan held their wedding ceremony at the iconic Taj Mahal Palace in October 2012. Its unmistakable silhouette is a recognisable part of the Mumbai skyline and it counts among one of India’s finest hotels. It was one of the sites where the November 2008 Mumbai Attacks played out but it has since bounced back as a sign of the city’s resilience. With the Gateway of India and Arabian Sea for company, the hotel has beautiful rooms, lush gardens, world-class dining venues, rejuvenating wellness experiences, renowned butler and concierge services, and fabulous banquet halls—all an hour’s drive from the city’s international airport.
Address: Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
Situated amid the extensive dunes of the Thar Desert, Suryagarh played host to the February 2023 wedding of Hindi actors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra. The enchanting luxury resort has beautiful courtyards and grand Rajasthani architecture, while the elegant rooms come with traditional handcrafted furnishings and heritage art pieces. Rait, the region's first desert spa, provides rejuvenating massage treatments. There are a range of spaces at Suryagarh that are ideal for hosting a wedding, such as the central courtyard, bawdi, first-floor courtyard, organic garden, champa garden, lakeside garden, celebration garden, sunset patio and conference room.
Address: Kahala Phata, Jaisalmer-Sam-Dhanana Road, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001