Inside Sujay and Alisha's modern maharaja wedding in Udaipur with a Texas rodeo twist

When Sujay Tyle and Alisha Sadhwani decided to get married, they knew they wanted something that felt deeply personal yet rooted in tradition. The couple met in London through a mutual friend, and what began as a casual double date quickly turned into a five hour conversation about life, faith, and ambition. What was meant to be a short stay in the city for Tyle soon turned into three years, making London the starting point of a relationship that would travel across continents.

For their wedding, the couple chose Udaipur as a meaningful middle ground for their global guest list, while also honouring their Indian roots. Hosted at the Fairmont Udaipur Palace, the celebration unfolded over three days. Inspired by the idea of a modern Maharaja and Maharani, each event became a chapter in their story, blending heritage, design, and fun. 

A royal vision

The wedding was designed as an immersive experience, with every function reflecting a different part of a royal journey. From The Maharaja’s Hunt at the welcome dinner to The Royal Bazaar for the haldi and The Maharani’s Dance at the sangeet, each event carried a distinct identity. The palace setting played a central role, its grand architecture shaping the mood without being overshadowed by décor.

Thoughtful details

The décor balanced scale with restraint. At the welcome dinner, floral animal installations and towering giraffes brought The Maharaja’s Hunt to life. The sangeet leaned into peacock motifs, adding colour and movement to the evening. One of the most memorable moments was Sadhwani’s entrance, staged against the full facade of the palace, imagined as a queen stepping into her kingdom.

A ceremony rooted in meaning

For the ceremony, Tyle and Sadhwani focused on creating an experience that felt intimate and spiritual. Guests were seated around the couple instead of at a distance, allowing everyone to feel part of the moment. They spent months writing their vows, weaving in personal memories, shared goals, and even references to Harry Potter. 

Blessings from elders, including those who could not attend in person, were included. The result was a ceremony that guests described as deeply moving and unforgettable.

Bringing Texas to Udaipur

Just when guests thought they had experienced it all, the couple introduced a completely unexpected twist. The afterparty transformed into a Texas rodeo, complete with a mechanical bull, Western hats, and high energy music. 

The shift from regal elegance to playful celebration added a new layer to the wedding, reflecting Tyle’s life in Texas and the couple’s shared sense of fun.

With guests travelling from across the world, the wedding felt like a true coming together of cultures and communities. For Tyle, it was a return to his roots in India, while for Sadhwani, it was a chance to reconnect with her Sindhi heritage. The wedding was not just about scale or setting, but about creating a celebration that felt authentic to who they are, both as individuals and as a couple.

Lead image: Raabta by Shrey Bhagat

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