As a galaxy of stars descends upon Mumbai for the wedding of businessman Mukesh Ambani’s son Anant Ambani to Radhika Merchant, the city’s traffic arrangements are set to face significant disruptions. The grand event is scheduled to take place next weekend at the Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC).
Filmmaker Varun Grover highlighted the traffic challenges on social media platform X, reposting a notice from the official handle of Mumbai Police. The notice detailed changes in traffic arrangements on July 5 and from July 12 to 15 at BKC due to a ‘public event.’ Anant and Radhika’s sangeet ceremony took place on July 5, while their main wedding festivities will occur from July 12 to 15. Grover humorously hashtagged ‘Public Event’ and added “lol,” captioning his post with “Monarchy creating anarchy.”
Varun Grover Tweet
Monarchy creating anarchy. #PublicEvent lol. https://t.co/dHjMup3n9Q — वरुण 🇮🇳 (@varungrover) July 6, 2024
This isn’t the first time the Ambani family has caused a stir with their celebrations. Earlier this year, during a three-day pre-wedding event for Anant and Radhika in Jamnagar, Gujarat, the local airport transformed into an international hub, welcoming global celebrities like Rihanna, Bill Clinton, and Mark Zuckerberg.
Details of the Ambani Wedding
The main ceremonies will begin on Friday, July 12, with the auspicious Shubh Vivah (wedding function). Sources encourage guests to dress in traditional Indian attire to embrace the spirit of the occasion. The celebrations will continue on Saturday, July 13, with Shubh Aashirwad. The final event, Mangal Utsav (the wedding reception), is scheduled for Sunday, July 14.
The sangeet ceremony held on July 5 at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai was a star-studded affair. Celebrities such as Salman Khan, Madhuri Dixit Nene, and Hardik Pandya graced the event with their presence. Highlights included a performance by pop sensation Justin Bieber and special performances by other celebrities, making the sangeet a memorable night.
As Mumbai braces for the influx of high-profile guests, the city’s residents and visitors are advised to be prepared for traffic disruptions and to plan their commutes accordingly. The grand wedding promises to be one of the most talked-about events of the year, blending opulence with the rich traditions of Indian weddings.