Canadian pop star Justin Bieber made a stunning appearance at one of India’s most extravagant wedding celebrations, held for the younger son of Asia’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani. The festivities, spanning several months, culminated in a star-studded sangeet ceremony where Bieber headlined the musical performance, bringing an international flair to the already grand event.
Bieber, who rose to stardom as a teenage heartthrob and continues to be a global music sensation, is one of several high-profile international celebrities who traveled to India to partake in the wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and his fiancée Radhika Merchant. The couple, both aged 29, have known each other since childhood and are gearing up for their nuptials set to take place in a traditional three-day Hindu ceremony starting on July 12.
Arriving from Los Angeles, Bieber was spotted at Mumbai airport on the morning of July 5, 2024. He donned an oversized pink T-shirt and a casual bucket hat, capturing the attention of fans and media alike. Photos of his arrival quickly went viral, adding to the buzz surrounding the highly anticipated event.
Later that evening, Bieber took to the stage at the sangeet ceremony in Mumbai, delivering an electrifying performance. He performed his 2015 hit song “Sorry” among other tracks, much to the delight of hundreds of VIP attendees. Videos of the concert circulated widely on social media, showcasing the pop star’s ability to captivate an audience with his infectious energy and hit songs.
Among the high-profile guests at the sangeet were Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and former Indian cricket captain M.S. Dhoni. According to reports from Indian media, Bieber’s appearance and performance came with a hefty price tag, rumored to be up to $10 million, underscoring the extravagance of the event.
This glamorous sangeet was just one in a series of spectacular pre-wedding events organized by the Ambani family. Earlier this year, in February, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant hosted an elaborate three-day gala in Gujarat. Rihanna performed her first concert since the previous year’s Super Bowl during this celebration. The guest list included notable names such as Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and Ivanka Trump, daughter of former U.
.S. president Donald Trump.
In June, the couple continued their pre-wedding festivities with a luxurious four-day Mediterranean cruise. The highlight of this event was a masquerade ball at a French chateau in Cannes, where singer Katy Perry serenaded the guests. The star-studded cruise also featured performances from the Backstreet Boys, U.S. rapper Pitbull, and Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, making it an unforgettable experience for all attendees.
Mukesh Ambani, the father of the groom, is no stranger to organizing lavish weddings. In 2018, he hosted what is considered the most expensive wedding in India for his daughter, a celebration that reportedly cost $100 million and featured a performance by U.S. singer Beyoncé.
Ambani’s fortune, estimated at over $113 billion, makes him the 11th wealthiest person globally according to Forbes. As the chairman of Reliance Industries, his empire spans multiple sectors, including oil, gas, petrochemicals, retail, telecommunications, and even an Indian Premier League cricket team. Ambani is also a significant ally of India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, further solidifying his influential status.
Radhika Merchant, the bride-to-be, comes from a prestigious background as well. She is the daughter of prominent pharmaceutical moguls, adding to the union of two highly influential families.
With such an impressive array of star performances and illustrious guests, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding celebrations have captured the imagination of people both in India and around the world. The involvement of renowned global celebrities like Justin Bieber has highlighted the fusion of traditional Indian festivities with contemporary international glamour, setting a new standard for opulent weddings.
