Priyanka Chopra recently attended her brother Siddharth Chopra’s wedding to Neelam Upadhyaya in Mumbai, and shared a series of candid moments from the joyous celebration with her fans. Her husband, Nick Jonas, and the rest of the Chopra family joined the actress to celebrate the special occasion.
A Memorable Family Celebration
The wedding, which took place on Friday evening, was filled with traditional rituals, music, and dancing. Priyanka took to Instagram to give her followers a glimpse into the festivities, sharing photos and videos that captured both the beauty and fun of the celebration. One particular moment that stood out occurred when Priyanka took on the role of tying the gathbandhan, a traditional knot tied during Hindu wedding ceremonies before the couple takes the seven pheras (rounds around the fire).
A Hilarious Gathbandhan Moment
In the video Priyanka shared, she ties the gathbandhan while laughing about how her mother, Madhu Chopra, instructed her to tie it “really tight.” Priyanka takes her mom’s advice seriously and puts all her effort into securing the knot, creating a funny moment that makes the bride, Neelam, crack up. Even Siddharth, Priyanka’s brother, couldn’t help but smile at the humorous situation. The candid moment, full of love and laughter, perfectly showcased the warmth and closeness of the Chopra family.
Fans React to the Heartwarming Moment
Fans quickly took to the comments section of Priyanka’s post, expressing their appreciation for the relatable and fun-filled moment. One fan commented, “After so long, felt like I’m seeing a relatable ‘celeb fam’ wedding. Priyanka tying the cloth knot… just like we do… cute.” Another fan wrote, “Just a normal Indian girl enjoying her brother’s marriage.” Actress Mindy Kaling also chimed in, commenting, “Beautiful. Congrats to your family!”
The Wedding Festivities
Priyanka, along with her daughter Malti Marie, traveled to India for the wedding celebrations, attending various pre-wedding functions including the haldi, mehendi, and sangeet. While Nick Jonas missed some of the early celebrations, he joined Priyanka in Mumbai for the sangeet and the wedding ceremony. Priyanka’s cousins, Mannara Chopra and Parineeti Chopra, were also present to mark the joyous occasion.
A Family Affair
The wedding was a beautiful mix of tradition, love, and family bonding. Priyanka’s involvement in the celebrations, from dancing at the baraat to taking part in the gathbandhan ritual, was a testament to the close-knit nature of the Chopra family. It was a celebration filled with happiness and warmth, and Priyanka made sure to share it with her fans through her heartfelt posts on social media.
The wedding of Siddharth and Neelam was a memorable event, and Priyanka’s genuine moments of joy have added to the charm of the occasion, reminding everyone that even celebrities enjoy their family events just like the rest of us.
