FAQs
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We moved the morning ceremony to 9:30 AM
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At the temple’s request, we are moving the morning ceremony to 9:30am when it will be cooler. The temple’s AC is not powerful. Feel free to arrive late. The Hindu ceremony will last until ~11 and doesn’t require your full attention. There will be visiting, chai, and lots of food.
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What to expect at the Hindu wedding ceremony?
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Our Hindu wedding is expected to start at 10:30 am on 25th May, Saturday. It will be two hours long and consists of performing few rituals. The mantras (chants) will be recited by the pundit (officiant) in Sanskrit, although he will explain those rituals in English. The seven major rituals of the wedding will proceed in following order: Baraat (Groom’s Procession); Kanya Aagman (The Arrival of The Bride); Jai Mala (Exchange of Garlands); Kanyadaan (The ‘Giving Away’ of the Bride); Saptapadi (The Seven Sacred Steps Around the Fire); Sindoor (Declaring the Bride as Married); Vidai (The Send Off). Lunch will be served at the temple.
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What to wear for the Hindu Ceremony?
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We would like to encourage people to wear what they are comfortable in and we do not want anyone to feel forced to wear a traditional Indian wear. Having said that, think of this as the INDIAN MET GALA!!! You can wear any colour (There is no concept of bride’s colour in Hindu ceremony). So, wear any colour you want, any patterns. Be Extravagant! (P.S. Just make sure you will be comfortable wearing that in May in AZ). Also, feel free to wear your traditional/cultural clothing because we would love to see that! Ladies! If you are looking for some traditional Indian dresses, feel free to check out the following links. These links have, sarees, lehenga, salwar kameez, and some awesome Indo-Western dresses! Please feel free to contact Anuja for any queries. Lehenga - https://www.panashindia.com/lehenga Indo-Western - https://www.panashindia.com/indo-western Gentlemen! If you are looking for some traditional Indian wear check out the following link - https://www.panashindia.com/men/bandhgala-jodhpuri You can also check out many other options on this or any other website that you come across.
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What to expect for the Evening Reception?
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After the Hindu wedding, we will break for the afternoon. You can get some rest, change into a new attire or have the same one for the next event. We will meet again for the wedding reception at Ahwatukee Event Center at 6 pm. Do not forget to wear your dancing shoes! We will have a lot of dance performances by the bride and groom, their families, and friends!
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Where to stay?
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For those travelling to Arizona, thank you or joining us! We recommend booking accommodations near Downtown Scottsdale, Tempe, Arcadia, or Southeast Phoenix to be near the venues and family.
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Do you have a registry?
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No we don't. Your presence is our gift. Thank you everyone who is travelling to help us celebrate our wedding. It makes us feel so loved!