Only Mukesh and Nita Ambani can afford: 6 ultra-luxurious arrangements and gifts for guests at Anant-Radhika wedding festivities
Mukesh Ambani, one of the world's richest individuals, spared no expense for his youngest son Anant Ambani's wedding to Radhika Merchant. With a net worth of $122 billion (Approximately Rs 10 lakh crore), Mukesh Ambani, along with his wife Nita Ambani, organised a spectacular event that dazzled guests from across the globe.
The wedding, costing around Rs 5,000 crore, featured extravagant celebrations in Jamnagar and a luxury cruise from Italy to France before the main event in Mumbai. These gatherings attracted celebrities, politicians, and business leaders, setting the stage for a memorable union.
Explore the exclusive details of the Ambanis' lavish arrangements and special gifts for guests at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding.
Extravagant Pre-Wedding Celebrations
Before the grand wedding in Mumbai, the Ambanis hosted two lavish pre-wedding celebrations. The first took place in Jamnagar, and the second was a luxurious cruise from Italy to France. These celebrations were attended by Bollywood stars, politicians, billionaires, and other notable figures from around the world.
Star-Studded Performances
During the pre-wedding events, guests were entertained by international stars such as Rihanna, Katy Perry, Andrea Bocelli, and the Backstreet Boys. For the sangeet ceremony held at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai, Justin Bieber was invited to perform. Nigerian artist Rema also performed his hit song "Calm Down," and renowned Indian musicians like AR Rahman, Shreya Ghoshal, and Shankar Mahadevan also graced the event. Here's the break-down much celebrities charged for performed at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding festivities:
Justin Bieber - Rs 83 crore
Justin Bieber wowed the crowd at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant¡¯s wedding celebrations with his hits like ¡®Sorry¡¯, ¡®Peaches¡¯, and ¡®Where Are You Now¡¯. The 30-year-old singer shared photos from the event on his Instagram. Reports suggest that he was paid an astounding $10 million (approximately Rs 83 crore) for his performance at the Sangeet night.
Rihanna - Rs 66 šC Rs 74 crore
Rihanna dazzled everyone at the first pre-wedding event in March 2024 in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Her unforgettable performance left a lasting impression. According to Business Today, Rihanna charged between Rs 66 and 74 crore for her electrifying performance.
Diljit Dosanjh - Rs 4 crore
2024 has been a remarkable year for Diljit Dosanjh. He made everyone dance at the first pre-wedding bash and also performed on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon. Videos of his performance went viral. Reports indicate that Diljit was paid Rs 4 crore for his performance.
Katy Perry - Rs 45 crore
Katy Perry's performance was the highlight of the second pre-wedding cruise event in Europe with 800 VIP guests. According to Mid-Day, the party lasted five hours, with Katy headlining. Several reports mentioned that she charged around Rs 45 crore for her performance.
The Backstreet Boys - Rs 4 šC Rs 7 crore
The Backstreet Boys reunited for the second pre-wedding bash of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell, AJ McLean, and Kevin Richardson performed their classic hits and reportedly charged between Rs 4 to 7 crore.
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Shakira - Rs 10 šC Rs 15 crore
Shakira performed at the second pre-wedding event. Known for her lively stage presence, she charged between Rs 10 to 15 crore, according to online reports. Shakira's performance added to her already impressive net worth.
Akon - Rs 2 - Rs 4 crore
Akon took everyone back to the days of his hit ¡®Lonely¡¯ at the Jamnagar bash, with the Bollywood crowd dancing to ¡®Chhammak Chhallo¡¯. According to Celebrity Talent Net, Akon charged between Rs 2 to 4 crore for his performance.
Rema - Rs 25 crore
The singer of 'Calm Down', Rema, reportedly charged Rs 25 crore for his performance at the star-studded wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Mumbai.
Luxurious Travel Arrangements
The Ambanis ensured their guests traveled in style. They hired three Falcon 2000 jets to fly in guests from around the world. Rajan Mehra, CEO of Air Charter company Club One Air, confirmed that the jets made multiple trips across the country for the wedding. During the pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar and Italy, multiple chartered flights were also arranged for close friends and guests.
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Exquisite Wedding Invitations
The wedding invitations themselves were a testament to the Ambanis' attention to detail. Each invitation included a silver mandir with gold idols of Radha Krishna and Lord Ganesha. Additionally, the invitation box contained sweets, dry fruits, and a handwritten note from Nita and Mukesh Ambani. According to a report on KoiMoi.com, the Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant wedding invitation costs between Rs 6 to Rs 7 lakhs. Glassdoor states that the average yearly salary in India is Rs 9,45,489. For more context, Forbes.com reports that the average salary of a person in Mumbai is Rs 2,117,870 per year, and in Delhi, it is Rs 2,043,703 per year.
Gourmet Menu by Renowned Chefs
The Ambanis hired world-famous chefs to prepare a lavish menu for the wedding. Peruvian Chef Virgilio Martšªnez and Goan Chef Avinash Martins curated a blend of traditional and innovative dishes. Chef Martšªnez's menu included avocado emulsion, Peruvian corn, zucchini and asparagus tiradito, and more. Chef Martins served Goan delicacies like grilled oyster mushroom xacuti and tender coconut carpaccio. The Ambanis also featured India's popular street food by hiring Kaashi Chaat Bhandaar to serve dishes like aloo tikki, pani puri, and samosas.
Expensive Gifts for Guests
Anant Ambani commissioned 25 special edition Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar watches as gifts for his groomsmen. Reports say the watch features a 41 mm 18K pink gold case, is 9.5 mm thick, and has a sapphire crystal back with a screw-locked crown. The dial is pink gold-toned with a Grande Tapisserie pattern, blue counters, pink gold hour markers, and Royal Oak hands with a luminescent coating. Other recipients of these watches included Ranveer Singh, Shikhar Pahariya, and Veer Pahariya. Notable groomsmen, including Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh, were seen wearing these watches, each reportedly priced between Rs 1.5-2 crore.
The Ambanis' meticulous planning and grand gestures made the Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant wedding a memorable and unique event, showcasing their unparalleled hospitality and wealth.
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