Mumbai: Akash Ambani with fiancée Shloka Mehta pose for a photograph at their engagement ceremony, in Mumbai on Thursday, June 28, 2018. (PTI Photo/Mitesh Bhuvad)
(PTI6_28_2018_000250B) Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta’s engagement bash has already marked history with its star studded bash at the 27-storey Ambani residence Antilia here in Mumbai. With attendees comprising of actors, politicians and sportsmen, this event made up for an event to remember. The Ambani clan being one of the richest families in the world were expected to have an occasion that would be heavy on a common man’s pocket, which is why it is not your ordinary party. From flash mobs to designer staples, here are ten takeaways from 2018’s biggest night so far that will raise your brows.
Bollywood Flash Mob
With a star-studded guest list, the attendees made sure to give the couple the best night of their life. From Ranbir Kapoor to Shah Rukh Khan, celebs and family members flocked on stage into a flash mob and took everyone off-guard. The stage was an epic amalgamation of the night as the participants performed on ‘Gal Mitthi Mitthi’ song from the movie ‘Aisha’.
Nita Ambani steals the limelight
Nita Ambani was the show-stealer as she twirled to popular Bollywood song “Shubhaarambh” from the film “Kai Po Che”. Her performances have been the talk of the town and why not, the Ambani Queen is a trained Bharatnatyam dancer.
Aryan Khan’s appearance
Mumbai: Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan with wife Gauri Khan and son Aryan Khan pose for a photo at the pre-engagement party of Akash Ambani and fiancee Shloka Mehta, in Mumbai on Saturday, June 30, 2018. (PTI Photo) (PTI7_1_2018_000078B)
It isn’t an ordinary function if King Khan’s son makes his presence. Shah Rukh Khan would generally make an appearance with wife Gauri, but this time his lad Aryan Khan took the attention as he posed in a royal blue suit topped with his chiselled jawline. Hotness Alert!
Nick Jonas! Thanks to Priyanka Chopra
Indian Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra (L) accompanied by Nick Jonas arrive for the pre-engagement party of India’s richest man and Reliance Industries Limited Chairman, Mukesh Ambanis eldest son Akash Ambani and fiancee Shloka Mehta in Mumbai on June 28, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / SUJIT JAISWAL
Who would have thought that the Jonas Brother would be a part of this magnificent night? Despite all the Bollywood line-up, the pop star showed up thanks to his alleged affair with desi girl Priyanka Chopra. Jonas was the plus one for PeeCee and we must say the two make a solid couple.
Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla’s silhouette
The designer duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla are an Ambani favourite. Be it Shloka, Nita or Isha, the women in the host family are loyal to their couture. The heavily embellished lehengas made up for the added sparkle to the night. The guests who also rocked their ensembles include Sara Ali Khan, Alia Bhatt, Shweta Nanda, Kiara Advani and Priyanka Chopra.
The Bachchans
Mumbai: Bollywood actors Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan with daughter Aaradhya pose for a photo at the pre-engagement party of Akash Ambani and fiancee Shloka Mehta, in Mumbai on Saturday, June 30, 2018. (PTI Photo) (PTI7_1_2018_000082B)
The Bachchan family are close to the Ambanis and never miss to be a part of their prestigious occasions. Apart from Aishwarya, Abhishek and Aaradhya, heads turned for the newest member to make an appearance. Shweta Bachchan Nanda’s daughter Navya Naveli Nanda looked stunning in her Indian avatar.
Salman Khan’s absence
The Race 3 actor is apparently on his Dabangg tour which has kept him busy as of now. His absence was felt and we’re pretty sure the family would have loved to have the actor amidst their special night.
Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor’s romance
Indian Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor poses for a picture with his mother Neetu Singh as they attend the pre-engagement party of India’s richest man and Reliance Industries Limited Chairman, Mukesh Ambanis eldest son Akash Ambani and fiancee Shloka Mehta, in Mumbai on June 30, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Sujit Jaiswal
Fans of the newest couple in Bollywood are tripping over this blossoming romance. Ranbir Kapoor arrived at the venue with mom Neetu and friend Ayan Mukherjee. Alia however, came in several hours later. The two made their appearance together at Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja’s wedding and will also be seen in their upcoming flick ‘Brahmastra’.
Politicians and Sportsmen
Indian Cricketer Harbhajan Singh poses for a picture with his wife and actress Geeta Basra along with their daughter Hinaya as they attend the pre-engagement party of India’s richest man and Reliance Industries Limited Chairman, Mukesh Ambanis eldest son Akash Ambani and fiancee Shloka Mehta, in Mumbai late on June 30, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Sujit Jaiswal
If you thought the event was memorable with B-Town celebs, we cannot miss out the well-known politicians and sportsmen who were present at the engagement party. Big names such as Sharad Powar, Uddhav Thackeray made a stop to Antilia. Also from the cricket world were Sachin Tendulkar, Zaheer Khan and Harbhajan Singh with their respective families.
World’s best luxury food brands
According to Wedding Sutra, a French uber-luxurious food brand called Laduree served the guests at Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta’s engagement. The menu was designed by Mumbai-based catering company Foodlink Banquets & Catering, which caters for events across the globe.