The Baraat – Utkarsh will arrive in style with a dance party of friends and family leading the way
The Milni – The two families greet each other with hugs, smiles, and a few rituals to officially kick things off
The Mandap – The ceremony happens under a beautifully decorated canopy with prayers and blessings
The Varmala – We will exchanges flower garlands, symbolizing our acceptance of each other as life partners 
The Saat Pheras – We will walk around the sacred fire seven times, making promises for our new life together
The Sindoor – Utkarsh will put red powder in Clare’s hair parting—a key symbol of marriage
The Reception – Another opportunity for good food, good drink, and good dance moves! To our American crew: think of the Baraat like the grand entrance + dance floor combined, the Saat Pheras like exchanging vows, and the Reception… well, that’s universal—eat, drink, and dance!