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DECODING KUNDLI DOSHAS

Kundli, or the birth chart, is a person's horoscope based on the astrological diagram and is used to study a person and predict their future. It is a common practice in Indian households to match the Kundlis and identify doshas of the bridegroom before marriage. If by any chance, there is a dosha, many families refuse to move forward with the matrimony.

GETTING MARRIED IN BODRUM LUXURIOUS & CHIC

It is no coincidence that more and more Indian couples are deciding to get married in Türkiye, particularly in Bodrum, which has recently become one of the most sought-after luxury holiday destinations in the TurkAegean. The soon-to-be newlyweds are mostly attracted by the great variety of possibilities that Bodrum can offer for their dream destination wedding, and its ancient culture expressed in breath-taking historic locations.

A STAR IN MAKING: AHAN SHETTY

Some say he was born with a silver spoon so he could have it easy. While yes, he was born to superstar hunk Sunil Shetty and successful model-mum Mana Shetty, with his trademark Shetty-jawline, Ahan Shetty did not have it served right on the platter. Bestowed with good looks, the actor delivered just the right amount of his acting talent with his debut in 2021. Handsome, charming and hardworking are some Here's more to knowing Ahan Shetty as our Desirable Man.

THE DILIGENT BEAUTY Elli AvrRam

A Stockholm girl with a bag of dreams leaves her beloved country to travel 4,000 miles into the world of her dreams. Filmy as it sounds, Elli AvrRam (EA) came to the city of glamour with arms full of talent and belief that nothing could stop her. In an exclusive conversation with Wedding Affair, our cover girl speaks about her past, present and future, and the how one foreign girl Indian at soul found place in Bollywood with her perseverance.

LOVE IN CARNATIC WILDERNESS

It is not every day that you can experience the heavenly amalgamation of colours of the forest with that of watery blues and azure skies. But then, it is not every day that you get to live the charm of a newlywed couple in the calming environment of Coorg and Kabini. Invigorate your love and senses after a blasting wedding ceremony in the lap of nature with these two serene places.

THE STORY OF BIG STONES

We're not saying that women often speak through accessories, especially their jewellery. But that is precisely what we're saying.

JENNIFER LOPEZ & BEN AFFLECK

WEDDING OF THE SEASON

The Euphoric Island Getaway

Taxing wedding rituals surely take a toll on one and all and hence rises the value of a relaxing vacation for the newlyweds. What’s more fun than whisking away your beloved for a romantic getaway to a far-off island, with just the sun, sand and the sea to witness your love? Sounds enthralling, right? With nothing but nature to surround you, cherish the captivating beauty of your surroundings and the one who holds your arm. Enjoy gorgeous sunsets in each other’s company as you get to know each other. Don’t shy away from dabbling with adventure as Wedding Affair brings to you four best destinations for a much-awaited island honeymoon.

The Colour Of Eternal Romance: Ayushmann And Tahira

The couple that made us believe in love, the verb, not just the noun.

There s Something About NUSHRAT — Fighting Presumptions

Limiting an artist with a genre evinces restrictive thinking. The feisty face that portrays the surrealism of youth is a rational, grounded, sensitive, relatable, an incredibly gutsy and impossibly honest individual. Wedding Attair (WA) falls in love with the mettlesome Nushrat Bharucha (NB) as she speaks to Shruti Sharma and gets candid donning a sultry avatar, kicking stereotypes in the right place and making her next leap with ‘Chhalaang’. And yes, she writes shayari.

UNI(S)ON TERRITORIES OF INDIA

A hundred combinations and a thousand possibilities define the land of India. We bring to you the popular, lesser known, and unexplored environs of some union territories (UT) to host the most special event of your lifetime.

REVISITING THE VINTAGE AGE

Home is where the heart is and the heart surely knows its beat. There are many ways to revamp your home — the vintage route seems the best way to go about it. What’s more, you get to revisit nostalgia every single day as you walk across your drawing room to sit cosily near the fireplace and peruse your favourite romantic novel. Comfort meets elegance as you adorn your abode with the classics, old is indeed gold. Take cues as Wedding Affair brings to you four effective and comfortable techniques to inculcate a dash of vintage to your decor accents.

TREMENDOUS TALENT

Vardhan Puri (VP), who recently made a debut with ‘Yeh Saali Aashiqui’, comes charged with versatility and a legion of talent. The man writes scripts, has experience in direction and of course, is a competent actor. Being the grandson of Amrish Puri, he understands and thrives in the nitty-gritty of the Indian film industry aided by the lessons from the legendary Pandit Satyadev Dubey and his own grandfather. The multifaceted actor shares his experiences with Wedding Affair (WA).

THE KANNADIGA WEDLOCK

Kannadiga Weddings are a magnificent blend of modern and traditional values that highlight the true cultural essence of Karnataka. Attending a pious union of souls amidst the chanting of mantras, one could feel the peace brewing from within.

BRINGING BACK THE CLASSIC

Pantone Colour Of The Year 2020: Classic Blue - Priyanka Lamba

BRIDES, BOLLYWOOD AND PASSA

Adorning the most exquisite jewellery is something that every bride dreams of. Every bride desiring the vintage bridal look must opt for a passa or jhoomar. Bedizen a dainty piece of passa to get the aura of a perfectly regal bride.

Nuptials Of The Princely: A RAJPUT WEDDING

The Rajputs do everything including their weddings in a unique style. Their swords, royal jewellery, Rajputana poshaak, and traditional customs make everything about their style of weddings regally distinctive and grand. Here is a glimpse into the happening weddings of the Rajputs.

AN ECSTATIC CARESS

Tiny beads of sweat roll down your curvy bodice as you finish off the last few sips of your wine, hand gently grazing each other’s bodies. You both know what’s going to happen next. But doing it the right way is crucial to the ‘climax’ because what precedes the main course has the power to increase or diminish your appetite. But also, looking at foreplay as an appetizer and not a meal of its own can make it seem like it’s less important than an orgasm via vaginal or anal intercourse.

Billionaire By Heart Nita And Mukesh Ambani

“Even after all this time the sun never says to the earth, ‘You owe me’. Look what happens with a love like that, it lights the whole sky.”

Effortlessly Élégante

Scrolling through her Instagram posts, as we wait to hear from the very photogenic actress, one cannot help but notice her lively profile that mirrors glimpses of her projects across different film industries. A perfect marriage between seduction and innocence, the down-to-earth and hard-working Pooja Hegde (PH) feels grateful to her fans as she opens up to Shruti Sharma for Wedding Affair (WA) through some happy notes and a sweet voice.

Let's Cook Up A Kitchen

A perfect kitchen blends elegance and modern touch with practical and functional design. An extended living room, it braises the zest and laughter of its dwellers. Not just a cup of tea and crispy snacks, fistful of stories are also brewed during the family time in gastronome’s paradise.

Diary Of A Shy Guy

Aman was the kind of guy who preferred to remain hidden behind his friends, siblings and colleagues. The back-bencher of the class, not because he performed any tricks or flew paper planes behind the teacher’s back, but because his existence was concealed. He never had a girlfriend, neither during his graduation nor during MBA. He was the ‘shy one’; part of the popular boy gang, still invisible to the world. The not-so-popular guy, Aman was unable to hold a conversation with a girl beyond work. But now, his marriage was finalised. Three months from now, that is, on March 25, he was going to tie the knot.

Cruising In Love: Havisha And Vedang's Engagement

It was a dreamlike ceremony set in the most tranquil marine environs when the bride-to-be Havisha Mehta and groom-to-be Vedang Patel set sail to their onward journey by getting engaged on the Royal Caribbean Cruise, Singapore. The beautiful sundowner engagement themed ‘Royal Rendezvous’ was done in the English style and was attended by 400 guests as the couple exchanged their vows and rings on November 9 on the cruise.

LIPS DON'T LIE: Lip Balms, Gloss and Shine

Glam Rock and Shine On. Get out your ‘blingy’ best this season and go all retro. But stay natural with your lips. Shiny tints and balmy pouts are in. ‘Bang A Gong’ and please announce that you need to ‘Make Me Smile’ like A ‘Killer Queen’ with plump lips.

Nuptials Of The Princely: A RAJPUT WEDDING

The Rajputs do everything including their weddings in a unique style. Their swords, royal jewellery, Rajputana poshaak, and traditional customs make everything about their style of weddings regally distinctive and grand. Here is a glimpse into the happening weddings of the Rajputs.

Self-Satisfaction: The Journey From Joy To Pleasure

Who says you need a partner to satisfy your sexual needs? As Alanna Vagianos puts it, “Party for one is still a party.” Do you need love? Do you need orgasm? Do you need to release that sexual tension? You have got yourself, baby! So, give yourself a little lone time in bed, and set yourself freely on the journey of self-satisfaction. Masturbation has many known health benefits that make it all the more desirable for both men and women.

A Modern Muse

A smiling bride — drenched in the mist of henna, haldi and gajra, and coloured in the shades of love with her wedding outfit — is one of the most beautiful sights in the world. Each outfit of the trousseau is handpicked to render meaning to the nuptial ceremonies and exemplify grace and charm of the newlywed. The contemporary bride, ready to match the pace of the evolving world, keeps an eye on the blooming sartorial trends to put her best fashion foot forward during her wedding.

Out Of A Fairytale - Abhishek And Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Love a bond of eternal happiness, sanctified by the seven vows, not only brings two hearts but also brings two families closer. Such is also the story of the most stunning couple of our Indian film industry — Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Fate brought them closer, their love bound them together.

Thailand Awaits You!

Indulging in the fresh flavours of curry and a colour-filled platter of crisp seafood alongside the sound of gushing water waves hitting the shore; calming away only to make a surging comeback is a soul balming experience. The honeymoon kiss ought to happen amidst such leisurely surroundings. Making the days of honeymoon memorable is a number one on the priority list; and the first big mile towards it, is choosing a destination that enthralls you to the core. Thailand is vivacious, culturally rich and mightily welcoming. Romancing your beloved in this breezy landscape shall be nothing less than a surreal experience.

The Science, Maths And Psychology Of Soulmates

A soulmate might just be a figment of your mind. Sometimes our minds play tricks on us to make us believe that we have found a soulmate. However, there are some of us who refuse to put faith into the very concept of ‘finding a soulmate’.