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Navya and Vasu Rastogi, A DOT by GNH, Gurgaon

Packed with larger-than-life elements and extraordinary floral setups, this couple's phera ceremony was spectacular.

Hailing from esteemed business families Navya and Vasu Rastogi’s union was envisioned to be grand and opulent. Making the couple’s vision come to life was WeddingSutra Favorite – Ferris Wheel Diaries who carefully curated every detail of each celebration.

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Wedding Planning
Vedika Singhal from Ferris Wheel Diaries shares, “Navya and Vasu, along with their parents, envisioned a grand and distinctive celebration. As the eldest in her family, Navya’s wedding was a monumental event, with her parents determined to make every detail unique and opulent. From the outset, we planned a wedding, which according to their brief should be, ‘Different, Grand, and Big’. The family wanted a wedding unlike the ones they usually attended, so we infused the celebration with personal and meaningful touches. Each of Navya and Vasu’s event entries was unique and thoughtfully designed to be inclusive. They wanted their family and friends to be an integral part of these special moments. From a nostalgic walk down memory lane to a high-energy flash mob, a mesmerizing flower shower, and a soulful musical entry, every entrance was crafted to create unforgettable experiences while honouring their bonds with loved ones. Key highlights included:
– A customized song for the couple.
– Thoughtfully designed invites and stationery that reflected the couple’s story.
– Carefully curated entertainment matching their style and personality.
– A personalized podcast played for guests during their journey to the wedding venue.
– Unique elements like couple entries and interactive rituals tailored to the family’s preferences.”

Wedding Functions
Ghar Walo Ki Mehndi
For Navya’s close-knit mehndi, the decor was kept simple and vibrant. Purple blooms with lush foliage adorned the corners while the bride kept herself comfy on the sofa as she got her hands patterned with henna. The bride’s close family members also got their hands patterned with henna along with the bride. Colorful pillows and ambient purple lights completed the setup! Later, a minimalistic mehndi featuring the couple’s monogram was also patterned on the groom’s palms!

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Welcome and Mehndi
On the second day, the celebrations began in earnest, as the couple hosted a mehndi and welcome ceremony for the wider circle of guests. With her mehndi done the day before, Navya could enjoy this celebration completely as she mingled with her squad without hindrance. Pink blooms, an LED signage with the couple’s hashtag, monochrome floors and floral arches gave the venue a decidedly feminine exuberance. Vedika adds, “For the mehndi, we also had a singer who wrote, composed & sang the song that was made for Navya and Vasu. He launched the song by performing it live. Mehndi was a colourful, cosy celebration with loads of love and memories.”

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Sangeet and Cocktail
For the sangeet that also doubled up as the cocktail party, the glamour quotient was turned up! A champagne tower, electric performances by the family members and a ring exchange between the couple were the highlights of the celebration. Vedika adds, “The evening kicked off with a lively flashmob performed by cousins and friends, leading into a grand cake-cutting and champagne-popping ceremony. The couple’s ring exchange was choreographed into their dance performance with rings being presented by sisters during the act. This surprise element added a personal touch to the celebration. To involve guests, we distributed LED diyas, creating a dreamy and magical atmosphere during the ring exchange. Navya and Vasu’s Sangeet was designed as a spectacular celebration of dance and energy, perfectly capturing the couple’s vision of a high-energy, immersive experience. From the outset, the focus was on creating a dynamic, unforgettable event that showcased the talents of both families and highlighted the joy of the occasion.”

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Haldi
“The couple sought a distinctive experience that would leave a lasting impression on their guests. To achieve this, we designed a two-phased Traditional Haldi (Phase 1): The morning began with an intimate ceremony, featuring the traditional rituals performed by close family and friends in a serene setting.
Experiential and Interactive (Phase 2): We crafted an experience that was rejuvenating and interactive, offering a refreshing and engaging atmosphere. We created experiences that engaged the five senses with a unique twist. The main event unfolded as Navya & Vasu entered in style by dancing to the beat of the ‘dhol’ and a flower shower uplifted by an energetic background score. This celebration was a lively, sensory-rich celebration. To achieve that we engaged all their five senses:
Taste: We featured a hangover detox bar and a candy station aka “Bachpan Ki Yaadein” with the couple’s childhood favourites like Phantom cigarettes, Fatafat, Magic Pops, and Mango Bites to induce nostalgia through taste buds
Touch: We organized foot massages to refresh the guests from last night’s dancing at the sangeet and prepare them for the wedding festivities to follow
Smell: We created an ‘ittar’ station offering fragrant experiences for everyone
Sound: We facilitated an Open Mic for family and friends to sing for the couple as well as a folk singer to bring traditional music into the mix
Sight: We curated a vibrant yellow décor enhanced with a flower shower for a visually stunning entrance
The celebration’s highlight was a moving surprise—a customised song, ‘Fitrat,’ performed live by Navya’s mother. This song was professionally written, composed, and recorded to capture the bride and groom’s journey, their love, and the union of their families. The event also featured activities like tarot card readings and astrological predictions by a ‘tota pandit’ or a priest with a parrot, ensuring a memorable experience for guests of all ages! Our approach seamlessly integrated diverse elements into a cohesive and engaging celebration, surpassing the initial brief and leaving guests with cherished memories and full hearts”, says Vedika.

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Wedding and Reception
The big day had the planning team pulling all the stops as they brought the couple’s vision to life. Life-size brass peacocks, traditional brass bells, and latticework arches bedecked with red and white blooms completed the decor. Vedika shares, “We transformed the guests’ journey from the hotel to the wedding venue into an immersive experience through a customized podcast hosted by emcee, Vishaal Rasquinha in conversation with the bride, Navya and the groom, Vasu. This personal touch set the tone for the festivities, commencing the celebration ever before the guests arrived at the wedding. The baarat was a vibrant spectacle led by Emcee Vishaal and featuring DJ Chetan playing tunes with dholis and a mobile bar. The excitement was further elevated by dancing, helium balloon shots, and special effects like CO2 and cold pyro guns, creating a high-energy and visually stunning atmosphere that engaged all baaratis.
Navya and Vasu made a majestic entrance alongside their families, flanked by dancers. The couple’s entry was followed by guests witnessing the mesmerising varmala exchange that took place on a centrally positioned grand structure. The couple tied the knot spiritually through musical pheras. Guests participated by ringing bells, adding an interactive element to the experience. A playful contract was created for Vasu to sign, adding humour and light-heartedness to the traditional ritual of ‘Joota Chupai’. The night was enlivened by the captivating live performance of Sachet-Parampara, the renowned Indian music composer and vocalist duo. Their performance provided a rich and evocative musical experience that resonated with the guests.”

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon
Navya and Vasu Rastogi, Gurgaon

The Wedding Makers
Venues: Grand Hyatt Gurgaon (Mehndi, Sangeet, Cocktail, Haldi); A DOT by GNH, Gurgaon (Wedding, Reception)
Wedding Planner: Ferris Wheel Diaries
Bride’s Outfits: Rimple and Harpreet Narula, Seema Gujral, Lalit Dalmia
Makeup: Namrata Soni, Makeup by Shagun, Gyanu Artistry
Mehndi: Sona Mistry Mehandi
Entertainment: Twin Strings, Sachet-Parampara, Shanay Shah, Sanchita Kumar, Raja Bhatt, The Wedding Anthem, Siddharth Mohan (Pheras)
Emcee: Vishaal Rasquinha
DJ: DJ AJ, DJ Chetan Kapoor
Choreography and SFX: More Than Thumkas
Wedding Invitations: Perfect Invites, Ferris Wheel Diaries
Bartenders: Deli Cocktail House (Baraat)
Photography: Sunny Dhiman Photography
Social Media: The Forever Story

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