Anant Ambani, initially determined to remain single and dedicate his life to animal welfare, unexpectedly fell in love with Radhika Merchant. Their relationship came into the public eye in 2018 after photos from their joint vacation surfaced online.
Radhika’s presence at Anant’s sister, Isha’s wedding events hinted at a developing romance between her and Anant. Their engagement was officially announced in December 2022, celebrated at the Shrinathji Temple in Nathdwara, Rajasthan.
The public got their first look at Radhika Merchant, the bride-to-be, dressed in an elegant pink gown with a snug blouse. In the snapshot, she stood next to her fiancé, Anant Ambani, complementing her outfit with a diamond necklace and earrings, alongside glamorous makeup and wavy hair. Anant’s sister-in-law, Shloka, was also captured in the image, looking exquisite in a red gown with frilled accents.
For the Lagan Lakhvanu ceremony, Radhika chose a pastel blue lehenga by Anamika Khanna, accented with a floral pink choli and draped with a matching dupatta. Her ensemble was enhanced with layered jewellery and minimal makeup, embodying elegance for the day’s festivities. Lagan Lakhvanu, a significant Gujarati pre-wedding ritual, involves the drafting of the first wedding invitation, which is then offered to God, seeking blessings for the couple and their families. This ceremony underscores Radhika and Anant’s adherence to their religious and cultural traditions.
On December 29, 2022, Radhika and Anant’s engagement ceremony, known as ‘rokafied’, took place at the Shrinathji Temple in Nathdwara, Rajasthan. For this occasion, Radhika adorned a pink suit with intricate gottapatti embroidery, while Anant wore a purple kurta, both showcasing traditional elegance.