Indian weddings are a big deal. It includes fun and frolic, delicious food and of course, rituals rich with traditions.
And when you are bringing two distinct individuals and their respective families together then there should be some fun-filled rituals which will lighten up the mood of the occasion that make the real memories. These memories will be instrumental in forming a bond of a lifetime. So let us show you how we break ice at weddings in different parts of our culture rich nation.
Let’s walk you through four truly interesting and amusing wedding rituals in India.
The Balancing Pot Of Bihar
The mother in law greets the new bride into her new home by mounting few earthen pots on her head. While she bows down to seek the blessing of her elders she must also simultaneously balance the earthen pots on her head. This is supposed to be an indicator of how well she will be able to manage her responsibilities at her new home.
Kanpurs Tomato And Potato Welcome
In most parts of India the groom and his majestic baarat is welcomed with love and respect but in a small village called Sarsaul near Kanpur, the baaraat is not only welcomed with tomatoes and potatoes but also along with it comes copious amounts of cuss words. It is believed that when you begin something with hate, it ends in love.
Sindhi Weddings Strip The Groom
There is an interesting Sindhi ritual called Saanth and towards the end of it the relatives of the groom literally tear his clothes right before the wedding.
It is believed that this ritual reminds the groom to leave his past behind before he embarks on a new journey after his marriage.
The Groom Is Convinced Not To Leave
Tamil weddings are a little different in this aspect. The groom pretends as though he isn’t interested in the marriage and intends to go to Himalayas right before the marriage rituals begin. Enter brides father who saves the day by offering him a gita, sandal, an umbrella and a hand fan. All this convinces the groom to stay back because who can refuse a bribe, right?
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