Shaadi without strings, and Gen Z is grabbing the chance to party
Besides being fun, these events also serve a social function. Many attendees say they've made new friendships—and even romantic connections—at such weddings. Since the stakes are low and everyone's there to have a good time, the atmosphere is relaxed and inclusive. Nisha Rao, a 26-year-old photographer from Mumbai, says: 'At my friend's fake wedding, I ended up chatting with people from all walks of life. It felt like a big, happy family where nobody was competing or pretending.'While still niche, fake weddings are slowly moving from experimental to mainstream, especially in metros. Event planners are beginning to offer 'just-for-fun wedding packages', and some have even started organising them for corporate team-building. As more young Indians look for alternative ways to celebrate life and connect with others, fake weddings may just become the new sangeet of modern friendships.Subscribe to India Today Magazine- EndsTrending Reel
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