An extravagant Indian wedding celebration recently brought Wall Street in New York City to a standstill, as a couple booked 28 permits to host a grand baraat procession along this iconic financial district.
Varun Navani and Amanda Soll orchestrated the remarkable event, reportedly spending between $25,000 and $66,000 (approximately Rs 21 lakh to Rs 56 lakh) for each location permit required to close sections of Wall Street for the festivities.
Footage shared on social media captured over two million views, showcasing attendees dressed in traditional Indian attire dancing exuberantly to dhol beats and vibrant music. The event was hailed as a unique and memorable cultural spectacle in the heart of New York City.
Profiles of the Couple
Varun Navani is the Chief Executive Officer of Rolai, an artificial intelligence platform, while Amanda Soll serves as MasterCard's director of legal compliance and risk management. Both originally hail from Boston, Massachusetts.
Wedding Celebrations Overview
The couple's wedding festivities commenced on May 23 at the Conrad hotel, including a Sangeet ceremony hosted at The Glasshouse. On May 24, events included brunch and tea at the Conrad, followed by a guest reception.
For the main wedding day, Mr. Navani wore a custom-tailored sherwani adorned with pearl necklaces, while Ms. Soll donned a deep red lehenga crafted by renowned designer Sabyasachi.
Additional events included a breakfast on May 25 preceding their Jewish wedding held at Cipriani, with an after-party at Slate to conclude the celebrations.
