In a compelling union that surpasses societal standards, Prince Mateen of Brunei, heir to one of the world's biggest fortunes, exchanged vows with a commoner in a beautiful wedding ceremony this week that has set the internet ablaze.?
A global hit, the tale of royalty tying their love with common people is being captured on cameras as stunning pictures from the lavish event go viral on social media, winning many over the romantic idea.?
Prince Mateen's decision to wed outside of the customary aristocratic circles represents a contemporary story, demonstrating that love has no boundaries and that even the most lavish societies may come together over the basic need of genuine affection.?
One of Asia's most eligible bachelors, Prince Abdul Mateen, plays polo in Brunei.
Mateen is well down the line of succession and the tenth child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, the longest-reigning monarch in history and once the?richest man?on Earth.
The 32-year-old major in the Royal Brunei Air Force is a skilled helicopter pilot who has amassed 2.5 million Instagram followers in addition to his polo medals and relationship with tigers.
The prince got married to his 29-year-old fiance, Anisha Rosnah Isa-Kalebic, during a 10-day royal nuptial celebration that started on January 7 and will conclude on January 16.
Fun Fact: Mateen is the eighth child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, who was once the richest man on earth and the king with the longest reign.?
Despite being part of the royal lineage, Mateen is unlikely to ascend to the throne in this oil-rich nation. However, owing to his impressive physique and adventurous personality, he has emerged as a valuable asset for the royal family's public relations endeavours, notwithstanding being entangled in various scandals and facing substantial criticism throughout the years.??
On December 31, Mateen and Yang Mulia Anisha Rosnah, his fiance, posted a pre-wedding Instagram picture. He was dressed in a dark, double-breasted blazer over an open-neck white shirt, while his fiance was seen wearing a cream pantsuit with no hijab.?
The pictures attempt to modernise the royal family for Bruneians who grew up with social media and portray a more modern vision of the traditional?country.
You can check out the post on?Mateen's Instagram handle.
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