A typical Indian wedding is incomplete without these 10 distinct characters
Indian weddings are known for their grand, larger than life celebrations. Never ending rituals, delicious food, non-stop music and dance, lavish decorations and eye-catching clothes… all these are necessary to complete a typical Indian wedding.
However, what really makes an Indian wedding memorable are the friends and family members who join the party. The sea of guests from both sides are not only an important part of the wedding, but also quite fascinating in their own right.
Here’s a look at some of the most entertaining characters you’ll almost invariably bump into at any Indian wedding.
1. The ‘London-return’ Bua
Flashing every possible international brand, heads turn the moment she sets foot into the venue. What’s more, she brings along the most expensive gift for the couple, and of course boasts freely about it!
2. The ever smiling Jiju
He is the life of the wedding. The ever smiling and fun-loving Jijaji stays super excited throughout the celebrations and tries his level best to be the perfect host. A vibrant personality, an Indian wedding would be no fun without him.
3. The talli group of friends
Indian wedding and no daaru? A little far-fetched, right? Alcohol may not be served at the venue, but you’ll definitely find a group of friends who’ll arrange for it just when it’s most required. If you don’t support them, be prepared for retribution!
4. The gossip queen
She wants to know it all and will go to any extent to get all the marriage masala. The Indian wedding is incomplete without this over-dressed aunty gossiping away to glory.
5. The unwanted match-maker
This character doesn’t care about the wedding she’s at right then. She’s only interested in whose wedding she’s likely to attend next! If you’re single, beware of the ‘you’re next’ syndrome, because these ever ready matchmakers are always on the lookout!
6. The famished friend
Food, food and more food is all that he cares about. This glutton’s very purpose in attending the wedding is only to gorge on all the delicious food served. His plate will be stuffed and his mouth too. You can’t miss this one!
7. The chhed-chhad master
He has his way with all the pretty ladies. He makes sure to grab all the attention and is ready to go to any extent to steal the groom’s thunder. Dressed in flashy clothes and making all the right flattering noises, ladies, this charmer is all over the place!
8. The dancer of all dancers
All it takes is a little music, and there he is on the floor, showing off his dance moves. Mind you, he may not be the best dancer around, but he’ll rope every last shy guest in and ensure that the whole crowd shakes a frenzied leg.
9. The attention-grabbing photographer
How often have you struggled to see the main ritual thanks to the photographer and his bulky equipment? Agreed that he needs to get the perfect shot, but c’mon not at the expense of guests watching the ceremonies live! But he doesn’t care. He just runs around with his camera and grabs all the unwanted attention.
10. Last, but not least – the forlorn groom!
While everyone else mills around enjoying the festivities, this man is lost in his own world. He couldn’t really care how he looks or what’s happening around him. In all likelihood, he’s wondering how he got himself into the situation! Bechara Dulha!
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