A glimpse of Anant and Pragya’s Goa wedding that felt like a music festival  

Some love stories are written in the stars, which makes saying a simple “yes” feel momentous. For Pragya and Anant, the proposal was quiet and meaningful. “It was an old-school arranged setup—met in the evening, said yes the next morning. No dramatic proposals, just a quick decision and a mutual ‘why not?’ that worked out perfectly!” laughs Pragya. What followed was anything but simple: not just a wedding but an immersive, two-day festival in Goa. Age-old traditions intertwined with the spirit of a beach club, making every moment unforgettable.

The perfect destination: Goa

The couple took their time to decide which venue would be the perfect complement to their personalities—relaxed, yet vibrant. They realised that Goa, with its versatile offerings of romantic beach setups and carefree, music-forward ambience, would be perfect. According to Vicky Tulsyan of Mirage Weddings, “The soul of the wedding was about two families on holiday in Goa who turned their time together into a wedding. Each event was given the mood of a beach club—fun, carefree, and immersive.”

From poolside chic to sangeet glam

The festivities kicked off with a lively pool party to welcome family and friends and get them into celebration mode. Singer Anusha Mani set the tone with her enthusiastic performance, and friends of the couple added their own charm with a surprise dance performance, infusing the afternoon with laughter and camaraderie.

But the real showstopper was the sangeet. Come evening, Pragya and Anant’s sangeet ditched the traditional ballroom banquet for a festival concert vibe. After heartfelt performances by family and friends, Mansheel Gujral took the stage, seamlessly transitioning the night into party mode. Yet, the truly electrifying moment arrived with a live performance: Badshah belting out his chartbusters.

“The energy was unreal,” Pragya says. “It wasn’t just a sangeet—it was an experience.” The décor struck the perfect balance of elegant and vibrant, while the music pulsed through the night, keeping the guests on their feet.

Floral haldi and a sunset varmala

Day two began with a cheerful haldi ceremony. Adorned with marigold hues and fresh florals, the ceremony radiated warmth and joy. Family members playfully smeared turmeric on the couple, a tradition that has always held importance in Indian wedding festivities. Soon after came the baraat, where, instead of a horse, Anant opted for a grand entry in a striking, luxury red car. Friends and relatives danced with gaiety, setting the stage for the main ceremony.

The varmala was perhaps the most magical of all ceremonies. Held on the beach and timed perfectly with the sunset, it was a vision out of a dream. As Pragya and Anant exchanged garlands, the evocative vocals of Kutle Khan filled the air, and fireworks lit up the twilight sky. Later, the pheras unfolded in the candlelit courtyard of the ballroom. Styled in a regal red palette, coupled with singer Aakriti Kakkar’s soulful performance, the setting had an ethereal quality.

“The beachside varmala at sunset was magical, and the after-party was unforgettable,” the couple reminisces.

Edible adventures

Food was at the heart of the celebrations, with Anant and Pragya working closely with Gourmet Design Company (GDC) to carefully curate the menu for the festivities.

For instance, the pool party menus mirrored global beach clubs, with sushi tacos, feta and aubergine stacks, and fresh wraps. There were also playful nods to London’s Borough and Portobello markets, blending flair with comfort. There were inventive pairings at high tea: caramelised onion tea with truffle gruyère sandwiches and jasmine tea paired with delicate dim sums. The pièce de résistance came during the wedding dinner, where dining became performance art. Teppan chefs cooked on Himalayan salt slabs, pizza chefs twirled dough like acrobats, and every dish became an act of theatre.

Guests marvelled as food and performance merged seamlessly. Desserts by Varak were equally theatrical: jalebi churros inspired by street markets, halwa teppanyaki flamed before guests, torched gur batons, and decadent “Royal Kitchen Tables” that doubled as edible installations.

With a master team working behind the scenes, Pragya and Anant were able to bring all that they envisioned to fruition. Looking back, the couple reflects on how their wedding was never about grandeur for show; instead, it was about joy, intimacy, and creating a space where family and friends could truly celebrate.

All images: Canvas Chaos Photography

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