Wedding Schedule
Important Information
- All event times indicated are in Indian Standard Time (IST)
- Detailed information on various functions and ceremonies will be provided on or before August 25th, 2025
- Distance between The Leela Palace hotel and Mayor Ramanathan Center is 0.6 miles
- Shuttle service will be available on the marriage day (August 29th) before/after event start and end times, and on demand in between
- On-site/in-room assistance by trained stylists for tying traditional Indian saree will be available at The Leela Palace on August 29th from 6:00 AM
- All meals will be vegetarian except for dinner at the Welcome Reception
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Check-in at Hotel
The Leela Palace Chennai, India
Arrive and settle in at our beautiful venue hotel.
Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Nalungu & Mehendi Ceremonies
Royal Ballroom, The Leela Palace Chennai
10:30 AM: Guests assemble in Royal Ballroom
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Nalungu (traditional Indian function)
12:00 noon - 1:00 PM: Indian classical dance program
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch
1:30 PM onwards: Mehendi application
Join us for the traditional Nalungu ceremony and Mehendi (henna) application. This is a colorful and festive pre-wedding ritual.
Dress Code:
Colorful casual attire. Women can wear comfortable summer dresses or casual Indian wear. Men can wear light shirts and pants.
Welcome Reception
Royal Ballroom, The Leela Palace Chennai
Cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres
Speeches
Dinner (Non-vegetarian options available)
Dancing
An evening to welcome all our guests with cocktails, dinner, and entertainment.
Dress Code:
Smart casual. Women can wear cocktail dresses or elegant Indian attire. Men can wear dress shirts with slacks or Indian kurtas.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Open Day
A free day to relax, explore Chennai, or prepare for the wedding ceremony. See our Travel page for sightseeing recommendations.
Friday, August 29, 2025
Marriage Ceremony
Mayor Ramanathan Center (MRC), Valliammai Hall
(0.6 miles from The Leela Palace hotel)
Shuttle from Hotel LP to MRC
Breakfast & Coffee
Marriage ceremonies
Photo shoots with couple
Lunch
Shuttle from MRC to Hotel LP
The traditional South Indian wedding ceremony. Transport will be provided from the hotel.
Indian weddings are culturally quite different from Western weddings! The Tamil wedding ceremony centers around a sacred fire (homam) where various rituals are performed, typically lasting about 1-2 hours. Unlike Western ceremonies, it's completely normal and expected for guests to chat, take photos, and move around during the proceedings rather than remaining silently seated the entire time.
Dress Code:
Traditional Indian attire (compliments of our family). Men will receive a traditional Veshti and shirt, women will receive a traditional South Indian Silk saree with a blouse. Assistance for wearing these traditional attires is being organized at the Leela Palace Hotel.
Wedding Reception
Mayor Ramanathan Center (MRC), Valliammai Hall
6:30 PM onwards: Shuttle from Hotel LP to MRC
6:45 PM onwards: Social hour with non-alcoholic beverages & light snacks
Bridal Party with Live Band & dances
Meet & greet the couple
Dinner
Open dance floor
Shuttle from MRC to Hotel LP
An evening celebration with dinner and dancing.
Dress Code:
Indian or Western formal attire. Women can wear saris, lehengas, or formal gowns. Men can wear suits or traditional Indian formal wear.
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Check-out
The Leela Palace Chennai, India
Time to say goodbye or continue your adventure in India!