Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Asia's richest man Mukesh Ambani, is set to marry Radhika Merchant in a grand wedding. The pre-wedding celebrations have already begun and have made headlines for their extravagance. Anant graduated from Brown University and oversees Reliance Industries' renewable and green energy expansion. Radhika is the marketing director for her father Viren Merchant's company, Encore Healthcare. The couple's sangeet night was attended by several Bollywood stars, including Janhvi Kapoor, Disha Patani, and Mouni Roy.
Anant Ambani's father is the CEO of Reliance Industries, a conglomerate with various energy, communications, textile, and chemical interests. He has an estimated net worth of about $120 billion (as of July 2024). Radhika Merchant's parents are Shaila Merchant and Viren Merchant.
The pre-wedding celebrations began with a three-day cruise from Italy to France, which included performances by renowned artists such as Rihanna, David Guetta, Katy Perry, and Pitbull. The wedding is set to take place in Mumbai at the Jio World Convention Center.
The Ambani family has been known for their grand weddings and extravagant celebrations. In March 2024, they threw a three-day prenuptial bash for Anant's elder brother Akash Ambani, which included a performance by Beyoncé. The family also organized a mass wedding for over 50 underprivileged couples as part of the pre-wedding celebrations.
Despite their wealth and extravagant celebrations, the Ambanis have faced criticism for their business practices. Some critics argue that crony capitalism in India has helped Reliance Industries thrive. However, the family continues to make headlines for their philanthropic efforts and charitable contributions.
The wedding is expected to be a grand affair with Bollywood stars, world leaders, and tech tycoons in attendance. The exact date of the wedding has not been announced yet.