The countdown to Season 2 of the country’s largest luxury wedding show, The Wedding Collective is on. But before the big weekend lands in a shower of sequins and serotonin, we’re letting you in on the secret sauce behind the impeccable show—the Inner Circle. They’re our handpicked squad of tastemakers, curators, and creators who don’t just love weddings—they live them. You know who they are, they’re the voices you want on your wedding group chat, lucky for you, we’ve added them in.
So ahead of the big weekend, we asked them the question that started it all: “What does that shaadi feeling mean to you?” Their answers are funny, emotional, nostalgic, and all too real—because nobody gets that wedding rush quite like this crew. Scroll to meet the ultimate wedding insiders and get ready to feel all the feels.
Aakriti Ahuja
“Shaadi wala feeling instantly makes me think of folk and culture. It’s the dholki, the jago, the gida and the uninhibited celebration of families coming together.”
Aakriti Ahuja is an entrepreneur and founder of LaFeria Events, one of India's largest offline platforms for accessible fashion.
Anjali Gaekwar
“That shaadi feeling means a heart full of joy, nerves, and endless excitement. It’s the magical blend of love, family chaos, and dreams coming true.”
Mumbai-based Anjali Gaekwar is a luxury advisor and co-founder of Lighthouse, with over two decades of experience in luxury fashion, beauty, and hospitality.
Archie Paranji
“Love, joy, celebration, flowers and all things pretty.”
Hyderabad-based Archana J Paranji better known as Archie is a luxury event manager and wedding planner. She is known for her creative approach to event design and is the co-founder of Happy Hydrangea.
Ayanka Nihal Singh
“It is a mixed bag of feelings—happiness, excitement, anxiety, and sadness—as we embark on a new journey, leaving behind the familiar and starting fresh in a new home. It's a life-changing moment that brings about significant transformations and new beginnings.”
Ayanka Nihal Singh is a fashion enthusiast and the co-founder of Pret a Pop.
Azmina Rahimtoola
“It’s magic in motion—where love, celebration, and a thousand little details come together to create something unforgettable.”
Mumbai-based Azmina Rahimtoola is a prominent fashion, bridal and lifestyle consultant.
Anisha Mulchandani
“That Shaadi Feeling is pure magic—the sparkle in a bride’s eyes, the happy chaos, the emotion behind every little detail. As a nail artist, I get a front-row seat to those intimate, unforgettable moments, and it’s always an honour to add a touch of beauty to their big day.”
Anisha Mulchandani is one of India’s most sought-after celebrity nail artists, renowned for her precision, creativity, and trendsetting designs. In 2018, she launched her flagship studio, Studio Nails by Anisha Mulchandani, which quickly became a go-to destination for luxury nail artistry. Her clientele includes Bollywood icons such as Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Janhvi Kapoor.
Pooja Advani
“For me, that shaadi feeling is all about emotion—it’s the beauty of tradition and rituals, brought to life with music, dancing, colour, couture, and most of all, the people you love most.”
Pooja Advani is a Mumbai-based luxury content creator and style advisor, known for her platform Luxiste by Pooja Advani. She specialises in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content.
Radhika Bhuptani
“For me, that shaadi feeling is a heady mix of chaos and countless checklists. It’s magic wrapped in mayhem.”
Radhika Bhuptani is the Ahmedabad-based founder of The Open Slate. She is a dynamic brand strategist and communication consultant whose expertise has made her a go-to partner for both local and international brands seeking innovative storytelling and immersive brand experiences.
Rasika Wakalkar
“What that shaadi feeling means to me is a whole lot of hope, love and the culmination of lifelong dreams and aspirations. In India, most times, it’s not just two people marrying each other, but two families!”
Pune-based, Rasika Wakalkar is the founder and curator of Studio Rudraksh, a prominent multi-designer fashion store. She has worked across the globe with dozens of brides, grooms and families to style their wedding ensembles.
Richa Begani
“Nostalgia and beginnings—the bittersweet mix of leaving one chapter behind and stepping into a new one, often layered with family traditions and personal dreams.”
Richa Begani is a luxury lifestyle influencer known for her perfectly curated content on fashion, self-care, and chic living.
Ritika Talwar Singh
“That shaadi feeling, to me, is all about the joyful chaos, heartfelt emotions, and the magic of everyone coming together to celebrate love.”
Ritika Talwar Singh is the entrepreneur behind Pret a Pop and Door No. 3, and a brand consultant known for her work in fashion, beauty, food, and lifestyle.
Sarayu Hegde
“That shaadi feeling, to me, is a blend of meaningful beginnings, joyous celebrations, deep family bonding, and shared values.”
Bengaluru-based entrepreneur Sarayu Hegde is a renowned personal stylist, brand consultant, and style curator.
Shaan Khanna
“The shaadi feeling to me is abundant colour, the happiest feeling, lots of shopping for new clothes and delicious food!”
Shaan Khanna is a Mumbai-based business consultant, community builder, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Networking Now India (NNI), a platform supporting and connecting small businesses and entrepreneurs, and the co-founder of SoundRise Live, a live music community and events platform.
Suman Jalaf
“To me, shaadi is more than just a ceremony, it’s a soulful commitment. It’s about choosing your person every day with respect, understanding, and partnership. It’s also the merging of two families, cultures, and journeys. In a world that moves fast, shaadi is that intentional pause when two people promise to grow together. It’s not just about the big day, but all the ordinary days after, filled with loyalty, laughter, and shared dreams.”
London-based Suman Jalaf is a renowned celebrity brow artist and the founder of Brows by Suman. She is internationally recognised for her precision and artistry, working with celebrity clients such as Kate Moss, Deepika Padukone, and Goldie Hawn.
Tasheen Rahimtoola
“It’s a mix of hope, dreams, and quiet excitement—like standing at the edge of something beautiful that you’ve imagined a hundred times.”
Tasheen Rahimtoola is a Mumbai-based digital content creator, event curator, and founder of Taste Retrreat - an end-to-end event management company that brings her clients’ visions to life, curating every detail from invitations to decor to craft truly unforgettable moments.
Trishala Kamath
“That shaadi feeling to me is that flutter in your heart when everything suddenly feels like a movie. It’s the scent of mehendi in the air, the sound of bangles clinking, that first twirl in the outfit, and the overwhelming love in every glance. It’s not just about the day—it’s the build-up, the chaos, the quiet emotional moments, and the joy of celebrating love in its truest, most beautiful form. It’s where tradition meets personality, and dreams wear couture.”
Trishala Kamath is a digital content creator and lifestyle influencer based in Hyderabad. She is known for her focus on fashion and lifestyle content.
Upasana Asrani
“That shaadi feeling is all about celebration, excitement, family and fun—one that embodies love, and an atmosphere filled with elaborate rituals, colourful decorations, and lively music and dance.”
Upasana Asrani is a multifaceted artist, curator, and entrepreneur based in Chennai. She founded the Madras Art Weekend, a pioneering platform that brings together artists, curators, designers, and the community at large. She is also the founder of The International Foundation for the Arts, a digital and real-world space where the conversations around slow fashion, mindful living, and sustainable creativity are amplified.
