Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the ‘Shubh Aashirvaad’ ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant on Saturday at Jio World Drive in Mumbai. Accompanied by businessman Mukesh Ambani, PM Modi warmly greeted the gathered crowd with folded hands as he made his way through.
The Ambani family hosted the extravagant event, which drew a constellation of celebrities. Stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Rajinikanth, Madhuri Dixit, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai, along with international figures including Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, were among the distinguished guests.
Videos circulating online captured PM Modi being welcomed by guests as he proceeded to his seat. Anant Ambani and his siblings Akash and Isha respectfully touched the PM’s feet, demonstrating traditional reverence. Inside, PM Modi was seen seated in the front row with Isha and Akash Ambani.
In another clip, PM Modi blessed the newlyweds with a hand on their heads and exchanged pleasantries with the Ambanis, while Bollywood luminaries like Janhvi Kapoor and her boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya occupied the foreground.
The ceremony included PM Modi presenting what appeared to be a ceremonial gift to the couple, with Anant Ambani again touching his feet in gratitude. Throughout the event, Nita Ambani stood with folded hands, embodying the occasion’s solemnity.
The ‘Shubh Aashirvaad’ marked a gathering of global stars, including American influencers and Bollywood icons, converging to celebrate the union of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, whose wedding festivities have captivated attention worldwide with performances by renowned artists.
