Radhika Merchant’s Vidai Ensemble Pays Tribute To The Artistry of Timeless Elegance

Radhika Merchant, daughter of Viren and Shaila Merchant tied the knot with Anant Ambani, son of Mukesh and Nita Ambani in a grand wedding on July 12, 2024 in Mumbai. The wedding ceremony was hosted at the Jio World Convention Centre.

After celebrating Radhika Merchant’s wedding look ahead of the ceremony, Rhea Kapoor shared a series of images of Radhika in her vidai ensemble. For her vidai, Radhika looked radiant in Manish Malhotra couture.

A happy bride living her fairytale wedding, Radhika embraced her vidai in a masterpiece designed by Manish Malhotra and styled by Rhea, along with Shereen and Sanya Kapoor.

Known for his love for Indian crafts and textiles, Radhika’s opulent ensemble featured an exquisite blouse crafted with real gold karchobi work. Inspired by the traditional abho (kurta) and the rich textile heritage of Kutch, Gujarat, the statement piece resonated with the artistry of the late 19th century.

Radhika paired the luminous blouse with a multi-panelled Banarasi brocade lehenga in sunset hues. A perfect tribute to India’s timeless elegance. The ensemble also featured a v lattice design on a beautiful red veil complementing Radhika’s overall attire. The colour of romance blended with emotions, Radhika’s bridal attire was the perfect wedding trousseau a bride could ask for. The look was completed with Banarasi woven dupatta.

Radhika’s vidai ensemble was draped by drape artist Dolly Jain and her makeup and hair was done by Loveleen Ramchandani and Hiral Bhatia. The majestic images shot by Signe Vilstrup, were picturised against the dreamy decor celebrating the eternal city, Varanasi.

Manish Malhotra’s design narrative has been a beautiful tale of celebrating one’s roots with a contemporary aesthetic. From sarees to lehengas, every traditional style finds its contemporary counterpart in the world of Manish Malhotra.

A union filled with love and laughter, the couple’s big day was celebrated by their family members and friends invited from across the globe. The wedding ceremony which kickstarted with a music and dance filled baraat procession saw celebrities including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Madhuri Dixit Nene, Ananya Panday, Janhvi Kapoor, Rajnikanth, Mahesh Babu, John Cena, Mika, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Kapoor, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian and Anil Kapoor among others have a good time in her glamorous and stylish looks.