Taral Jadhav and Pranav Shetty’s Mussoorie wedding was a bloom in the hills
Held at the picturesque ITC Savoy, this intimate celebration blended culture, design, and deeply personal touches, creating a summer wedding that was as soulful as it was scenic.
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Held at the picturesque ITC Savoy, this intimate celebration blended culture, design, and deeply personal touches, creating a summer wedding that was as soulful as it was scenic.
For someone who’s spent over half a decade designing weddings, Taral Jadhav—founder of bespoke event design studio Do It Up—had always envisioned a celebration that reflected not just her aesthetic sensibilities, but the life she and husband Pranav Shetty had built together.
“I’ve been around weddings for so long,” she says, “that when it came to my own, I wanted it to be intentional, a recognition of where we came from, the love we share, and the future we’re creating.”
That vision came to life on May 14 and 15, 2025, at the historic ITC Savoy in Mussoorie. With just 100 of their closest people, Jadhav and Shetty tied the knot in a celebration that felt equal parts curated and effortless.
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Even before they began dating, the two often found themselves talking about weddings—thanks, in part, to Jadhav’s profession. When it was finally their turn, they wanted to honour both their Maharashtrian and Shetty backgrounds while embracing the life they share in Mumbai. From a traditional mehendi at home to a ceremony that blended rituals from both communities, every event reflected their unique story.
They also chose to take on each other’s surnames, becoming the Jadhav Shettys—a decision Jadhav calls “the most special part of the wedding and a testament to our belief in marriage as a union of equals.”
The venue: A heritage hideaway in the hills
Years of experience had taught Jadhav what she didn’t want—stress, chaos, and overwhelming guest lists. What she did want was a calm, two-day affair in nature. And ITC Savoy, Mussoorie—with its restored colonial charm, sweeping lawns, and storied architecture—was the perfect fit.
The venue’s Glasshouse hosted the haldi, while the lawns and terraces set the stage for a candlelit sangeet and a pastel-hued wedding ceremony.
Designing her own wedding in her signature aesthetics
Designing her own wedding was no small feat, but Jadhav approached it with clarity. “I didn’t want to do something just because it hadn’t been done before,” she says. “I wanted it to feel true to what Do It Up stands for—spaces that tell stories.”
Each event embraced the theme of ‘blooming gardens,’ with distinct palettes and floral textures to evoke the emotion of the moment. Her home mehendi in Mumbai was a tribute to her mother’s dream of seeing her as a traditional Maharashtrian bride—complete with a nath, a pink saree, and home-cooked food made by her mother.
In Mussoorie, the haldi featured blush pinks and butter yellows, a fresh take on the traditional marigold colour story. The sangeet was a bold, crimson-hued celebration filled with candlelight, mirror tables, and dramatic floral installations. The wedding ceremony, by contrast, was understated and poetic—pastels, vintage details, and curated photo vignettes that gave guests a glimpse into the couple’s journey.
From a cascading red forest to a pastel dream under open skies
The wedding day began slowly and peacefully, just as the couple had hoped. The night before, the sangeet had transformed the lawn into a red-hued forest, glowing with over 2,000 candles and wild floral arrangements. “It was our glam Bollywood dancing night—full of laughter, wild moves, and pure joy,” Jadhav shares.
The next day’s ceremony was a pastel-toned dream set against the Mussoorie hills. The mandap featured a delicate dome, the staircase was lined with florals, and the varmala exchange unfolded with panoramic views of the mountains behind them. Old photographs and memory-inspired décor added intimacy, while the final speeches and toasts brought tears, laughter, and a sense of quiet wonder.
A dream team
While Jadhav led the design with her Do It Up team, the planning was helmed by Nitisha and Neelam of The Vow Weavers, who ensured every detail unfolded with ease. Her bridal beauty looks—tailored to the vibe of each event—were created by Glamm Squad by Shradha Luthra. And the dreamy visuals? Captured in all their magic by The Photo Lab.
“This wedding was everything I ever imagined—filled with calm, colour, history, and heart,” Jadhav reflects. “And to be able to do this with the people I love, in a space I’ve always dreamt of... it still feels surreal.”
All images: The Photo Lab
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