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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Missed nagin dance' says internet as baraat of 400 persons 'crashes' Wall Street
A video of a 400-person Indian wedding processor or baraat taking over New York's iconic Wall Street has taken the internet by storm. Originally shared by DJ AJ on Meta-owned Instagram, the video shows guests dressed in dazzling traditional Indian attire—lehengas, sarees, sherwanis, and kurta pajamas—dancing joyfully in the middle of the street. The procession was led by the bride and groom, surrounded by friends and family, while thumping beats filled the air. 'We shut down Wall Street for a 400-person baraat—who would've ever thought?! Definitely a once-in-a-lifetime kind of magic,' reads the caption of the Instagram post. Set against the towering backdrop of Manhattan's financial district, the celebration drew attention from curious onlookers. Many New Yorkers could be seen stopping in their tracks, taking out their phones to capture the vibrant spectacle. How social media reacted to the viral Baraat at New York's Wall Street The unexpected mash-up of Indian wedding traditions and Wall Street's iconic setting has sparked a wave of reactions online, with viewers calling the moment 'surreal,' 'magical,' and 'pure joy.' 'We Indians are good at shutting things. And we are proud of it', joked one user. 'Try doing this inside White House next time,' commented another. A third user humorously joked 'We're getting more angles of the Wall St Baraat than 9/11.' 'Missed nagin dance though,' jibed another user. Some users expressed concerns over the shut down. One user questioned 'How's that an achievement to celebrate?'. 'If it caused inconvenience to others then it should not be acceptable,' commented another. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Indian Express
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Utter nonsense': Indian ‘baraat' with 400 guests dances through New York City's Wall Street, viral video sparks debate
Indian weddings are synonymous with grandeur and celebration. From colourful, intricately designed attire to lavish feasts and long guest lists, every element is thoughtfully decided to create a truly unforgettable experience. A vibrant glimpse of an Indian baraat dancing through Wall Street has taken the Internet by storm. Dressed in traditional attire, a massive crowd is seen dancing joyfully, radiating energy and excitement as they celebrate the ceremony. Sharing the video on Instagram, Saloni Mehta, one of the guests at the big fat wedding, wrote, 'Shutting down Wall Street for Baraat, still wrapping my head around it! This wasn't just a celebration, it was history in the making. One of the craziest, most surreal moments of my life and that they are officially married.' Watch here: A post shared by Saloni Mehta | YourStyleWarder (@yourstylewarder) In another footage, the wedding party dances to upbeat tracks played by the DJ. At the center of the celebration are the bride and groom, standing out in a red lehenga and beige sherwani, respectively, moving to the beat with smiles. A post shared by DJ AJ (@djajmumbai) Social media users reacted to the clips soon after they came to light. The videos met with mixed reactions, with many criticising the arrangement. 'Never thought I would be hearing empire state of mind's dhol version , that's wild,' a user wrote. 'There is one thing missing aunties hanging from the balconies watching baraa,' another user said. 'Utterly nonsense, must be prohibited,' a third user reacted. 'Many Indians end up spending their life savings on their wedding and borrow money at high interest rates just to show the world their fake image ! What a senseless overspending celebration,' a fourth user commented. Over the years, big fat Indian weddings have become a cultural spectacle. Celebrities like Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli, Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, as well as Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani, have set trends by hosting their lavish wedding celebrations in picturesque international destinations.
Express Tribune
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Indian fashion critic under fire for dissing Mawra's wedding dress
Indian digital creator Sufi Motiwala took to Instagram on Thursday to share his views on Mawra Hocane's Nikkah ensemble, though his sartorial critique didn't sit well on social media. "This is what happens when you live in a world without Sabyasachi and Manish Malhotra," he began. Calling the fabric choice "tacky", he felt that the red lines on the torso were questionable. "It is with a sad heart that I have to say that the only thing I like about this look is the dupatta. I, specifically, do not like the colour collage happening down there. But congratulations on the wedding, queen!" he said. Sufi's comments attracted vitriol from celebrities, fashion professionals, and Instagram users alike. Actor Nadia Afgan was among those who came to Mawra's defence. "Wow, I'm impressed. It takes a special kind of talent to be this cruel and this wrong. Newsflash: Beauty is subjective, but kindness isn't. Her wedding day was about love, joy, and the celebration of their union - not about your shallow opinions," she wrote. "PS: If your career as a fashion critic doesn't work out, you can always try being a human being instead." A stylist weighs in Even Pakistani stylist Zahra Sarfraz took it upon herself to educate Sufi on the ancestral value of Mawra's dress. "Sufi, what I don't understand is that we extend so much love and support your way, to your people, so why is it so difficult to extend the same respect to us? The world you can't comprehend is a world of sentimental value," she began. Zahra added that Mawra altered her mother-in-law's old dupatta and modelled her entire look after it ."What I find tacky is living outside the world of originality, sticking to two to three designers, and making yourself feel better by that one label," she said. The stylist also pointed out that a small jewellery set has the same cultural value as a big one. "For those who don't know, the set was owned by Mawra's great-mother-in-law. And Mawra wore and celebrated this in the best way possible," she said. "In short, I love how meaningful this entire look is. It's all about her and the people that she loves. I guess you'd have to be living outside 'Tack-istan' to understand things that are larger than life," Zahra finished. Her comments received nods from many, including video jockey Anoushey Ashraf who backed them with a few words of her own. Facing the fire On Friday, Sufi addressed the vitriol in a new Instagram Reel, dissecting Mawra's Baraat ensemble. "I infamously did not like [the Nikkah] look. But now, I've been culturally educated on all references, techniques, and the heritage value that the outfit has. But I just want to let everybody know, I never said that it was not culturally good. I just said that I did not like it on a visual level personally," he clarified. Keeping a lighthearted tone, he went on to analyse the Baraat ensemble, which he ended up admiring. "To reiterate once and for all, this is a page where I share my personal opinions on fashion. And I would love if you all debated with me and shared your opinions in the comments. But don't harass me and send me back to therapy. I hated it there. Also, I promise I'll be nicer," he said.
Express Tribune
05-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Shaheen Afridi celebrates two years of marital union
Pakistani cricketer Shaheen Afridi took to Instagram to celebrate his second wedding anniversary with wife Ansha Afridi. "Hard to believe it's been two years already with you. I had never imagined the depth of love and connection I could share with anyone until you made it possible," he penned in a grid post featuring a heartwarming photo with Ansha. "Thank you for making our lives beautiful. Aliyaar and I will forever be grateful. Happy anniversary - my love, my best friend, my soulmate! Here is to many more, Inshaa'Allah," Shaheen wrote. Shaheen married the daughter of former cricketer Shahid Afridi in 2023. Sharing a back capture from the Baraat ceremony, Shahid took to Instagram in September that year to share his sentiments. "It seems just like yesterday that a light came into my home and now that same light is departing in front of my eyes. Your father's heart is drowning, but hope will come with the morning light," he wrote. The wedding was a star-studded event, which was attended by fellow cricketer Babar Azam, as well as other prominent personalities and Pakistani celebrities. Shaista Lodhi and Javeria Saud were among those in attendance at the event, alongside broadcaster Sawera Pasha. Pakistani mega stars Humayun Saeed, Adnan Siddiqui, and Fahad Mustafa were also present at the event. Actors Aijaz Aslam and Junaid Khan were also spotted taking selfies and pictures with the groom on stage. The couple announced the birth of their baby boy Aliyaar in August 2024. The family shared the news through the official Pakistan Cricket Board WhatsApp group on Saturday. Word spread almost immediately, with messages of congratulations for the first-time parents flowing in thick and fast. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and Olympic gold medallist Arshad Nadeem were among those to wish Shaheen and Ansha well.
