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Sorry for MIA, there was too much going on in life to find time and put it out on paper. I hope my excuse sounds acceptable here. 

Writers look for excuses to sit and do nothing, cause one thing writers are exceptionally well at other than writing is contemplation. I don't know if it is true about my fellow writers, but if you think the same, I see you!

Writer's block is tough to bear especially when the deadlines are hanging like a sharp sword on your head. This is why I love putting content here. Cause my readers have an understanding and patience to deal with my inconsistency. No one gets me like you do, my dear readers. And that makes us imperfectly perfect for each other. 

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In the last few months I got the opportunity to attend a good number of traditional Indian weddings. And a Malayali wedding too. If you have been following my blogs diligently it is obvious that you are aware about my curiosity and infatuation about the Indian culture and traditions. 

This blog is dedicated to such lesser known wedding traditions that teach us something interesting and some of it will literally force you to scratch your head. Follow this through. But before we dive into this pool of culture let me share a interesting wedding tale with you.

I faintly remember some rituals I closely observed when my uncle got married 13 years back. The most interesting ritual I remember from that marriage is the ritual of crying on the day of mandap in remembrance of all the ancestors who passed away. This goes for both the families of the bride and the groom. 

When I was witnessing it, I found this very strange seeing my grandmother, mother, and aunts cry a day before my uncle's marriage day. Later when I found out the significance of this very important ritual, it moved me. Whatever we seek and become, one must never forget his roots. 

Some of the other Indian wedding rituals that you may find amusing are briefed below. If you identify with any or if you get to witness it anytime in your life, do give me a shout out in the comment section. Happy Reading!


1. Kashi Yatra ritual: Like the ceremonies of various other communities, Kannada wedding too lasts for a week, including the pre-wedding rituals, wedding rituals, and post wedding rituals. Amongst the pre-wedding rituals, the most unique one is Kashi Yatra Tradition, which usually happens at the groom's house. In this custom, the groom acts as if he is leaving the house to visit Kashi to find a suitable wife; then he is stopped by his maternal uncle who tells him that the bride is already selected.

2. Kumbh Vivah ritual: Kumbh Vivah is when a person has a Manglik or Double Manglik Dosh in his horoscope. Mangalik Dosh is a kind of error in a horoscope which effects after the wedding only. Mangal Dosh is a dosh which shows its consequences after the wedding.

The girl is supposed to marry a mud pot or Kumbh before tying the knot with a boy. Later the pot is destroyed by the family, signifying a death of the first spouse. The girl is then free of curses and can marry the boy.

3. Breaking of the Pot: In the southern state of Tamil Nadu, there is a playful ritual called "Oonjal," where the couple sits on a swing or hammock, and a pot containing milk, curd, and butter is tied above them. The bride and groom must work together to break the pot using their heads or shoulders, spilling its contents. This is believed to bring good luck and symbolizes their unity and strength as a couple.

The diverse culture around the country each having their own unique way of celebrating the solemnize bond between two people simply leaves me amazed. If you know any such weird ritual or if you identify with any such interesting and peculiar Indian wedding ritual, share it with me in the comments section below. 

My effort for the next few weeks will be to stay consistent with the amount of content I put here. So that I don't put your patience on test again. See you in the next blog! 




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