Top 10 Most Expensive Indian Weddings Ever: From Anant Ambani And Radhika Merchant’s Rs 1,260 Crore Extravaganza To Isha Ambani And Anand Piramal’s...

If there’s one thing India does bigger, bolder, and brighter than anyone else—it’s weddings. From firework-lit skies to designer-clad baraatis, Indian weddings are a heady mix of culture, couture, and colossal

spending. They’re not just celebrations of love; they’re festivals in their own right—where the guest list rivals film award ceremonies, and the décor could easily give royal palaces a run for their money. In the past few decades, the country has witnessed a parade of jaw-dropping nuptials that redefine the word “extravagance.” Think private islands, palace bookings, Michelin-starred menus, and A-list performances. And of course, no one does it quite like the Ambanis—India’s unofficial royalty when it comes to lavish weddings. So, fasten your seatbelts (or should we say sherwanis?), because we’re taking you on a glittering tour of the ten most expensive Indian weddings of all time—where every “I do” came with a hefty price tag.

1. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant – Rs 1,260 Crore (2024)

When India’s richest family throws a wedding, you can expect nothing short of a spectacle. Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Mukesh and Nita Ambani, married Radhika Merchant in July 2024 in Mumbai. But the celebrations began months earlier in Jamnagar, Gujarat, where a three-day pre-wedding gala featured Rihanna and Akon setting the stage on fire. The guest list? A dizzying mix of global CEOs, Bollywood royalty, and political powerhouses. And if that wasn’t enough, the Ambanis hosted another pre-wedding bash—on a luxury cruise ship sailing from Italy to the South of France. With an estimated cost of Rs 1,260 crore (around $150 million), this was less a wedding and more a once-in-a-lifetime global event, The Indian Express reported.Fun Fact: Guests reportedly received custom-made couture and travel kits designed by top fashion houses.

2. Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal – Rs 700 Crore (2018)

Before Anant’s wedding came the original Ambani extravaganza—when Isha Ambani, Mukesh Ambani’s daughter, tied the knot with Anand Piramal. The wedding was a week-long celebration across Lake Como, Udaipur, and Mumbai, with performances by Beyoncé and a décor fit for royalty. The family’s Antilia home in Mumbai was transformed into a floral paradise for the main event. It’s estimated that this wedding cost a whopping Rs 700 crore ($100 million) (As per The Indian Express).Fun fact: Guests received embroidered scarves as keepsakes—each one personalised with their initials.

3. Sushanto and Seemanto Roy – Rs 554 Crore (2004)

When the Sahara Group hosted not one but two weddings in one go, it made headlines worldwide. Subrata Roy’s sons, Sushanto and Seemanto, tied the knot in Lucknow in a grand double ceremony. The celebrations, attended by 11,000 guests, were spread across multiple venues, including the Sahara Stadium. Private jets ferried guests from across the globe, and the food was served on gold-plated cutlery. The event cost around Rs 554 crore ($75 million), The Indian Express mentioned.

4. Brahmani Reddy and Rajiv Reddy – Rs 500 Crore (2016)

The daughter of mining magnate Gali Janardhana Reddy got married in what was dubbed “India’s most controversial wedding.” The five-day celebration at Bangalore Palace featured a recreated city set resembling ancient Hampi, complete with temples and royal motifs. With an estimated cost of Rs 500 crore ($74 million), this wedding was all over the news for its scale—and its opulence. Fun fact: Around 3,000 security personnel were reportedly deployed to manage the event.

5. Shristi Mittal and Gulraj Behl – Rs 500 Crore (2013)

When steel magnate Pramod Mittal’s daughter married in Barcelona, Spain, the world got a peek at a European fairytale on an Indian budget. The three-day affair took place at the National Museum of Catalan Art, with celebrity chef Sergi Arola designing the menu. The Rs 500 crore wedding included helicopter photo shoots and a six-tier, 60-kg cake. Only 500 guests attended—but each was treated like royalty.

6. Vanisha Mittal and Amit Bhatia – Rs 240 Crore (2004)

Another Mittal family wedding—this time hosted by Lakshmi Mittal, one of the world’s richest men. Vanisha’s six-day Paris celebration included a concert by Kylie Minogue, performances by Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai, and a specially written play by Javed Akhtar. Held at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, the event cost about Rs 240 crore ($66 million). Fun fact: The wedding invitation was delivered in a silver box!

7. Sonam Vaswani and Navin Fabiani – Rs 210 Crore (2017)

Sonam Vaswani, daughter of Stallion Group founder Sunil Vaswani, married Navin Fabiani in Vienna, and the Austrian capital turned into a Bollywood film set. The Rs 210 crore wedding took place across venues like Palais Ferstel and Belvedere Palace. Every detail was meticulously planned—from curated floral arches to crystal chandeliers that sparkled brighter than the bride’s diamonds.

8. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma – Rs 100 Crore (2017)

When India’s cricket captain and Bollywood’s leading lady tied the knot, the internet practically broke. Their Tuscan wedding at Lake Como was intimate but breathtakingly beautiful. The ceremony followed traditional Hindu rituals and was followed by two grand receptions—one in Delhi (attended by PM Narendra Modi) and another in Mumbai for the film and sports fraternity. Estimated cost: Rs 100 crore ($15 million), as reported by The Indian Express. Fun fact: Their wedding venue, Borgo Finocchieto, is a 13th-century villa that once hosted the Obamas.

9. Adel Sajan and Sana Khan – Rs 100 Crore (2017)

Dubai-based businessman Adel Sajan’s cruise wedding with actress Sana Khan was straight out of a movie. The couple married aboard the Costa Fascinosa cruise liner, which sailed from Barcelona to Italy via France. The Rs 100 crore celebration included a 10-layer wedding cake, luxury hampers from Harrods, and performances by Badshah and Vishal-Shekhar.

10. Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone – Rs 77 Crore (2018)

The Bollywood power couple’s Lake Como wedding was equal parts romantic and regal. They had two ceremonies—Konkani and Sindhi—followed by receptions in Bangalore and Mumbai. At an estimated Rs 77 crore ($11.5 million), it was understated by Ambani standards, but deeply personal and impeccably stylish.

Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta (2019)

While the Ambanis are synonymous with grandeur, Akash’s wedding was notably private. The event took place at Mumbai’s Jio World Centre, with a star-studded guest list and a décor so lavish it’s still discussed today. The exact cost remains undisclosed—but, given the Ambani standard, let’s just say “sky’s the limit.”

A Final Toast to the Big Fat Indian Wedding

From Italian lakesides to Spanish museums and palatial Indian settings, these weddings have redefined what luxury means. But beyond the glitz and glamour, they’re a reflection of India’s cultural heartbeat—a place where tradition meets spectacle and love is celebrated like a blockbuster event. Because in India, weddings aren’t just about two people—they’re about two families, two worlds, and a lifetime of memories... all sprinkled with a little bit of sparkle and a whole lot of gold. Disclaimer: The costs and details mentioned are based on publicly available reports from various media and news agencies.