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Welcome to KnotsbyAMP, your trusted partner in capturing the essence of your Telugu wedding. Our experienced team of photographers and videographers specialize in creating timeless memories of your special day. With a deep understanding of Telugu wedding traditions and customs, we ensure that every precious moment is beautifully documented.
Telugu Wedding Stories
Browse through our gallery of Telugu wedding stories. Each wedding is unique, and we take pride in showcasing the diverse customs and emotions of Telugu couples.
Our portfolio highlights our ability to capture the essence of Telugu weddings, from traditional ceremonies to modern celebrations.
Arvind & Keerthi’s Tamil-Telugu wedding at Ridhira Retreat
Arvind and Keerthi's wedding unfolded against the backdrop of the picturesque Ridhira Retreat,...
Maharashtrian-Telugu Wedding at Pandit Farms, Pune
Samruddhi and Ripujit's paths crossed during their masters at university. They didn't have any...
Telugu-Tamil wedding at Dream Valley Resort, Hyderabad
We had the absolute pleasure of documenting the mesmerizing wedding of Nikhita & Sreekar. The...
Telugu Wedding Traditions
Telugu weddings are grand, culturally rich celebrations that beautifully blend tradition and elegance. Each ritual, from the pre-wedding ceremonies to the auspicious tying of the mangalsutra, is steeped in symbolism, reflecting the deep-rooted heritage of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Pre Wedding Rituals
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Nischayathartham (Engagement)
The Telugu wedding journey begins with the Nischayathartham, an engagement ceremony where both families formally announce the upcoming wedding. During this auspicious occasion, the exchange of rings, gifts, and blessings symbolizes the beginning of this beautiful union. Family members gather to celebrate, sharing joyful moments and expressing their love and support for the couple. This ceremony sets the tone for the festivities to come, highlighting the importance of family bonds and commitment in the marriage journey.
Pellikuthuru
Pellikuthuru is a significant ritual in Telugu weddings where the bride’s family receives gifts from the groom’s family, symbolising acceptance and goodwill between the two families. This joyful ceremony typically includes sweets, clothes, and jewellery, creating a festive atmosphere as everyone celebrates the upcoming marriage. Dressed in traditional attire, the bride is surrounded by laughter and blessings from family members, reinforcing bonds and setting a positive tone for the celebrations to come.
Kashi Yatra
Kashi Yatra is a fun and playful ritual in Telugu weddings where the groom pretends to leave for Kashi, a holy city, to become a monk. His maternal uncle and the bride’s family then humorously convince him to come back and take on his duties as a husband. This lighthearted ceremony brings laughter and joy to the celebration, emphasizing the importance of marriage and the new role & responsibilities of the groom that he will embrace as he starts his life with his bride.
Pellikoduku
Pellikoduku is a cherished traditional Telugu wedding ritual in which the groom’s family visits the bride’s home to present gifts, symbolizing respect and acceptance. This joyful ceremony reinforces familial bonds and creates a festive atmosphere as families unite before the wedding. During the event, the bride is adorned in traditional attire, often decorated with flowers, and the atmosphere is filled with music and dance, reflecting the excitement of the occasion.
Mangala Snanam
Mangala Snanam is a significant ritual that takes place before the wedding day, during which both the bride and groom undergo a holy bath to cleanse and purify their bodies and souls, symbolizing a fresh beginning. This ritual often involves the use of natural ingredients like turmeric, sandalwood, and herbs, believed to enhance beauty and auspiciousness. Family members typically gather to bless the couple, creating a serene atmosphere filled with prayers and positive energy. This sacred practice not only marks the transition into married life but also emphasizes the importance of spiritual purity as they embark on their new journey together.
Wedding Rituals
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Bride’s Entry and Terasala
The bride, adorned in her finest attire, makes a grand entrance under a canopy of flowers, symbolizing her transition into a new life. This beautiful moment is often accompanied by traditional music and the joyful shouts of family and friends, celebrating her arrival. Following this, the Terasala takes place, where the groom arrives at the mandap (wedding altar) amid cheers and excitement, ready to unite with his bride. This sequence not only highlights the beauty of the ceremony but also reflects the love and support of both families as they come together to witness this significant milestone.
Jeelakarra Bellam
During this ritual, the couple places a paste made of cumin seeds and jaggery on each other’s heads, symbolising a union that is both bitter and sweet—much like the journey of married life. This playful act represents the balance of joy and challenges that they will face together. As family members cheer and celebrate, it reinforces the idea that love thrives amidst both happy and difficult times, creating a strong foundation for their new life together.
Saptapadi, Brahma Mudi, and Arundhati Nakshatram
The couple takes seven steps around the sacred fire, making vows for a harmonious and joyful life together. Each step represents a promise to support and cherish one another, creating a strong foundation for their marriage. Following this, the groom ties a knot in the bride’s sari (Brahma Mudi), signifying their union and shared responsibilities. Finally, they both look at the Arundhati star, which symbolises marital fidelity and the ideal partnership, reminding them of the virtues of love, commitment, and devotion as they embark on their new journey together.
Appagintalu
The final ritual, Appagintalu, marks the bride’s formal send-off to her new home, symbolizing her transition into a new phase of life. This emotional farewell is filled with heartfelt blessings from her family, wishing her a joyful and prosperous married life. As she leaves, there are often tears of both joy and sadness, highlighting the deep connections she has with her loved ones. Family members shower her with rice and flowers, symbolizing abundance and good fortune, as they embrace the changes ahead while cherishing the memories they’ve created together.
Kanyadanam and Panigrahanam
Kanyadanam ritual involves the bride’s father giving away his daughter to the groom, entrusting him with her future and blessings for a prosperous married life. This deeply emotional moment symbolises the transfer of responsibility and love, as the father honours his daughter’s new journey. Following this, the Panigrahanam takes place, where the groom holds the bride’s hand, signifying his commitment to the marriage and his promise to care for her. This touching act not only strengthens their bond but also marks the official union of the couple, surrounded by the blessings of family and friends as they step into their new life together.
Mangala Sutra Dharana and Tamalbralu
The groom ties the Mangala Sutra (sacred thread) around the bride’s neck, symbolizing their marital bond and commitment to each other. This cherished moment is filled with blessings and joy, as family and friends witness the couple’s union. Following this, the Tamalbralu ritual takes place, where the couple playfully showers each other with rice mixed with turmeric, symbolizing prosperity and fertility. This lively exchange not only brings laughter to the ceremony but also serves as a beautiful reminder of their commitment to nurturing each other and building a joyful future, reinforcing the idea that their love will flourish amidst life’s abundance.
Pradhanam
In a pot full of milk and rose petals, a gold ring is dropped and is brought to the mandap. The bride and the groom, in the midst of their joyous Telugu marriage celebration, put their arms into it to see who picks the ring first. It is a very exciting game for the ones watching the bride and the groom struggle and fight for the ring in a humorous way. The first one to pick the ring puts it on the other’s finger, marking a playful yet symbolic gesture of their impending union. This is a game in which the bride or the groom have immense fun, sometimes conceding for the sake of the other person and indulging in light-hearted companionship that reflects the joy of their shared journey.
In a Telugu wedding, traditional rituals like Kanyadanam and Jeelakarra-Bellam are meticulously observed to honor cultural and spiritual values, symbolizing the sacred union of the bride and groom. The ceremonies, ranging from the Pendlikoothuru to the Saptapadi, emphasize familial bonds, spiritual traditions, and the rich heritage of the Telugu community.
Telugu Wedding Traditions
Telugu weddings are grand, culturally rich celebrations that beautifully blend tradition and elegance. Each ritual, from the pre-wedding ceremonies to the auspicious tying of the mangalsutra, is steeped in symbolism, reflecting the deep-rooted heritage of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Pre Wedding Rituals
Nischayathartham (Engagement)
The Telugu wedding journey begins with the Nischayathartham, an engagement ceremony where both families formally announce the upcoming wedding. During this auspicious occasion, the exchange of rings, gifts, and blessings symbolizes the beginning of this beautiful union. Family members gather to celebrate, sharing joyful moments and expressing their love and support for the couple. This ceremony sets the tone for the festivities to come, highlighting the importance of family bonds and commitment in the marriage journey.
Pellikoduku
Pellikoduku is a cherished traditional Telugu wedding ritual in which the groom’s family visits the bride’s home to present gifts, symbolizing respect and acceptance. This joyful ceremony reinforces familial bonds and creates a festive atmosphere as families unite before the wedding. During the event, the bride is adorned in traditional attire, often decorated with flowers, and the atmosphere is filled with music and dance, reflecting the excitement of the occasion.
Pellikuthuru
Pellikuthuru is a significant ritual in Telugu weddings where the bride’s family receives gifts from the groom’s family, symbolising acceptance and goodwill between the two families. This joyful ceremony typically includes sweets, clothes, and jewellery, creating a festive atmosphere as everyone celebrates the upcoming marriage. Dressed in traditional attire, the bride is surrounded by laughter and blessings from family members, reinforcing bonds and setting a positive tone for the celebrations to come.
Mangala Snanam
Mangala Snanam is a significant ritual that takes place before the wedding day, during which both the bride and groom undergo a holy bath to cleanse and purify their bodies and souls, symbolizing a fresh beginning. This ritual often involves the use of natural ingredients like turmeric, sandalwood, and herbs, believed to enhance beauty and auspiciousness. Family members typically gather to bless the couple, creating a serene atmosphere filled with prayers and positive energy. This sacred practice not only marks the transition into married life but also emphasizes the importance of spiritual purity as they embark on their new journey together.
Kashi Yatra
Kashi Yatra is a fun and playful ritual in Telugu weddings where the groom pretends to leave for Kashi, a holy city, to become a monk. His maternal uncle and the bride’s family then humorously convince him to come back and take on his duties as a husband. This lighthearted ceremony brings laughter and joy to the celebration, emphasizing the importance of marriage and the new role & responsibilities of the groom that he will embrace as he starts his life with his bride.
Wedding Rituals
Bride’s Entry and Terasala
The bride, adorned in her finest attire, makes a grand entrance under a canopy of flowers, symbolizing her transition into a new life. This beautiful moment is often accompanied by traditional music and the joyful shouts of family and friends, celebrating her arrival. Following this, the Terasala takes place, where the groom arrives at the mandap (wedding altar) amid cheers and excitement, ready to unite with his bride. This sequence not only highlights the beauty of the ceremony but also reflects the love and support of both families as they come together to witness this significant milestone.
Kanyadanam and Panigrahanam
Kanyadanam ritual involves the bride’s father giving away his daughter to the groom, entrusting him with her future and blessings for a prosperous married life. This deeply emotional moment symbolises the transfer of responsibility and love, as the father honours his daughter’s new journey. Following this, the Panigrahanam takes place, where the groom holds the bride’s hand, signifying his commitment to the marriage and his promise to care for her. This touching act not only strengthens their bond but also marks the official union of the couple, surrounded by the blessings of family and friends as they step into their new life together.
Jeelakarra Bellam
During this ritual, the couple places a paste made of cumin seeds and jaggery on each other’s heads, symbolising a union that is both bitter and sweet—much like the journey of married life. This playful act represents the balance of joy and challenges that they will face together. As family members cheer and celebrate, it reinforces the idea that love thrives amidst both happy and difficult times, creating a strong foundation for their new life together.
Mangala Sutra Dharana and Tamalbralu
The groom ties the Mangala Sutra (sacred thread) around the bride’s neck, symbolizing their marital bond and commitment to each other. This cherished moment is filled with blessings and joy, as family and friends witness the couple’s union. Following this, the Tamalbralu ritual takes place, where the couple playfully showers each other with rice mixed with turmeric, symbolizing prosperity and fertility. This lively exchange not only brings laughter to the ceremony but also serves as a beautiful reminder of their commitment to nurturing each other and building a joyful future, reinforcing the idea that their love will flourish amidst life’s abundance.
Saptapadi, Brahma Mudi, and Arundhati Nakshatram
The couple takes seven steps around the sacred fire, making vows for a harmonious and joyful life together. Each step represents a promise to support and cherish one another, creating a strong foundation for their marriage. Following this, the groom ties a knot in the bride’s sari (Brahma Mudi), signifying their union and shared responsibilities. Finally, they both look at the Arundhati star, which symbolises marital fidelity and the ideal partnership, reminding them of the virtues of love, commitment, and devotion as they embark on their new journey together.
Pradhanam
In a pot full of milk and rose petals, a gold ring is dropped and is brought to the mandap. The bride and the groom, in the midst of their joyous Telugu marriage celebration, put their arms into it to see who picks the ring first. It is a very exciting game for the ones watching the bride and the groom struggle and fight for the ring in a humorous way. The first one to pick the ring puts it on the other’s finger, marking a playful yet symbolic gesture of their impending union. This is a game in which the bride or the groom have immense fun, sometimes conceding for the sake of the other person and indulging in light-hearted companionship that reflects the joy of their shared journey.
Appagintalu
The final ritual, Appagintalu, marks the bride’s formal send-off to her new home, symbolizing her transition into a new phase of life. This emotional farewell is filled with heartfelt blessings from her family, wishing her a joyful and prosperous married life. As she leaves, there are often tears of both joy and sadness, highlighting the deep connections she has with her loved ones. Family members shower her with rice and flowers, symbolizing abundance and good fortune, as they embrace the changes ahead while cherishing the memories they’ve created together.
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