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0 Celebrities, politicians and popstars from across the globe have arrived in Mumbai for the wedding of the youngest son of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani.
Anant Ambani is tying the knot with Radhika Merchant, daughter of Indian pharma tycoons Viren and Shaila Merchant, in a traditional Hindu ceremony in Mumbai city on Friday.
The wedding events began with parties and celebrations in March, before the family invited over 800 guests to join them on a cruise around Europe.
But Friday saw the arrival of some of the world’s most recognisable faces, as politics, power and celebrity mixed on the red carpet.
Among those who crossed the globe for the events were several prominent political leaders. Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson – accompanied by his wife Carrie – was seen dancing as he entered the venue with one of his young children.
His predecessor, Tony Blair, was also in attendance. He was joined by his wife Cherie. The pair sported traditional Indian attire and arrived just days after Mr Blair’s Labour Party returned to power in the UK.
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian documented her arrival on Instagram, travelling with her sister Khloe. She hinted that their journey to the ceremony would be featured in the upcoming season of the Kardashians.
Sporting stars were also in attendance. Indian cricket legend MS Dhoni was accompanied by his family, while Fifa President Gianni Infantino was spotted hitting the red carpet with his wife Leena Al Ashqar.
WWE legend John Cena followed soon after, cracking jokes with photographers as he entered the venue.
Bollywood’s leading lights also dazzled. Priyanka Chopra arrived in Mumbai with her husband, singer Nick Jonas. The pair were seen grooving on the dance floor, according to Indian media.
Kriti Sanon walked the red carpet in a pink lehenga, while Ananya Panday – who is a bridesmaid – appeared in a tiger-print yellow lehenga embroidered with “Anant’s Brigade” on the back.
The couple’s wedding celebrations are likely to continue over several days. Parties have been reportedly planned for Saturday and Sunday and a grand reception is scheduled for Monday.
Former UK PM Tony Blair and his wife Cherie were among the political heavyweights in Mumbai
International celebrities including reality TV star Kim Kardashian are in Mumbai for the grand wedding on Friday
Kim Kardashian and her sister Khloe were seen taking a ride on a tuk-tuk in the city
The who’s who of Bollywood are joining the celebrations. Actress Priyanka Chopra arrived in Mumbai with her husband, singer Nick Jonas, on Friday
The Ambani residence in Mumbai has been lit up and decorated for the wedding
Folk musicians performed outside Mukesh Ambani’s Mumbai home ahead of the wedding
A decorated vehicle rides past the Ambani residence
WWE legend John Cena joked with reporters as he walked the red carpet
Security has been tightened around the house, while traffic restrictions are in place on the roads leading to and away from the wedding venue
Actress Kriti Sanon walked the red carpet in a pink lehenga ahead of the wedding ceremony at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai on Friday
Bollywood star and bridesmaid Ananya Panday appeared in a tiger-print yellow lehenga embroidered with “Anant’s Brigade” on the back
Actress and TV personality Madhuri Dixit was decked out in jewels and gold embroidery for the occasion
Former Indian cricket team captain MS Dhoni arrived with his family
The children of actor Saif Ali Khan, Ibrahim Ali Khan and Sara Ali Khan
Grammy and Academy award-winning musician A.R. Rahman is reported to be performing at the wedding
Tamil actor Rajinikanth was seen dancing with the groom
Suhana and Aryan Khan, daughter and son of Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan
Indian filmmaker and TV personality Karan Johar dressed in a white kurta
A video of Mukesh and wife Nita Ambani with their grandchildren was released at a pre-wedding ceremony last week
The couple has also performed at some of their events
Mukesh Ambani (centre right) attended a wedding ritual with his family at his residence last week
A host of Bollywood stars have been attending the celebrations over the past few months. Seen here, from left: Actors Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone during the pre-wedding celebrations in March
Bollywood icons Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan performed at the pre-wedding event in Jamnagar, Gujarat, in March
Bollywood couple Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor on the red carpet before a pre-wedding ritual last week
Pop icon Rihanna’s performance at the celebrations in Jamnagar made global headlines
This week, as the final set of celebrations kicked off in Mumbai, popstar Justin Bieber performed for the wedding party
