Maharashtrian (Marathi) Wedding Rites and Rituals, Engagement, Mangalsutrabandhan, Muhurt Karane, Vivah Hom, Gadagner / Kelvan, Lajja Hom, Halad Chadavane, Saptapadi, Simant Pujan, Manpan, Sankalp, Lunch, Ganapatipujan, Reception, Punyahvachan, Varat, Devdevak, Grihpravesh, Gaurihar Puja, Suhagrat, Lagna Muhurt, Halad Utaravane, Kanyadan, Tikhati Mejwani, Akshataropan. Maharashtrian weddings are a simple affair and the emphasis is more on Sanskar. Of course there are lighter moments too, like the bride's brother twisting the groom's ear; the couple feeding each other sweets; and taking each other's names in verses etc. With changing times, an element of contemporary style has been infused into the traditional attire, jewellery, food preparations etc. And some rituals are given a go-by mainly due to lack of time and space. The couple are initiated into Grihasthashram- a vow taken by both to unite and be together all their life while pursuing dharma, artha, kama, moksha. The bride asks the groom to promise her that he will never violate her limits - maryada - the groom asks her to always remain steadfast. They lovingly agree to devotion and have progeny.

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