Khushi and Shaurya’s love travelled the world, then came home  

Love stories are unique, and each has their defining factor. Khushi and Shaurya’s, for instance, is shaped by movement, memory, and the quiet certainty of choosing each other, again and again, across cities and seasons. Long before they stood beneath a mandap and exchanged vows, their relationship had already travelled the world, collecting moments that would one day shape the language of their wedding celebrations.

It was only fitting that their union unfolded as an ode to that journey, each event reflecting not just where they had been, but who they had become together.

The fun mehendi  

Khushi and Shaurya’s love arrived with momentum. As their bond grew across borders, it became clear that their wedding would be more than a sequence of celebrations. It would be a reflection of a life lived fully together; one that honoured both the places that shaped them and the traditions that grounded them. 

The celebrations opened with Turmeric & Times Square, a New York–inspired haldi and mehendi ceremony that paid homage to the city where their love first took root. Vibrant, spirited, and joyful, the event mirrored the pulse of New York itself, a city that thrives on energy, ambition, and endless possibility. Bright colours and laughter-filled moments and a sense of tradition meeting tempo set the tone for the days ahead: a wedding that would be as expressive as it was meaningful.

A starry sangeet

If the day belonged to nostalgia, the night was purely cinematic. Playfully titled Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Shaurya, the evening unfolded into a mélange of music, movement, and shared memories. It captured the essence of their life together, and was equal parts romance and revelry. The dance floor transformed into a space of collective joy, where family and friends weren’t just witnesses but participants in the story. Every performance carried emotion, every beat echoed laughter, and every moment felt like a celebration not just of the couple, but of the community that had surrounded and supported them through every chapter.

A Parisian promise

After the energy of the sangeet came a quieter, deeply personal chapter. Inspired by Paris – the city of whispered promises and timeless romance – the ring ceremony, Eiffel For You, unfolded with understated elegance. This moment drew from a memory close to the couple’s hearts: a lock on the Seine, a shared pause beneath the Eiffel Tower, and a promise that didn’t need spectacle to feel profound. Soft, intimate, and filled with meaning, it was a gentle reminder that sometimes the most powerful moments are the quietest ones.

Coming home 

While their story had grown across continents, forever had to be sealed where it all truly began: at home. Sunehri Shaam brought the celebrations back to their roots, grounding the journey in tradition, warmth, and grace. Bathed in golden hues, the evening honoured rituals passed down through generations. It was a celebration of lineage and legacy, reminding everyone present that no matter how far one travels, home remains the heart of every story. In its simplicity and elegance, Sunehri Shaam became a bridge between the world they have explored and the life that they have chosen to build together.

The wedding and the finalé 

The wedding day comprised soft, meaningful moments woven seamlessly with celebration. Personal vows and heartfelt words took centre stage, allowing emotion to lead the rituals. There was an unhurried quality to the ceremonies, a conscious decision to be present in every moment. Every glance, every blessing, every shared smile felt intentional—less about performance and more about promise.

And just when it felt like the story had reached its crescendo, Après Ever After brought the celebrations to the finalé. Guests slipped into ease, laughter flowed freely, and the couple basked in the warmth of having their worlds come together.

 Ultimately, Khushi and Shaurya’s wedding wasn’t defined by destinations or décor alone. It was defined by love and a journey that explored the world, and then chose, with clarity and confidence, to come home. Their celebrations stood as a testament to a modern love story: one that honours where you’ve been, cherishes where you are, and knows exactly where it belongs.

Photos courtesy Knotting Bells by Rajesh & Sachin 

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