Unless you’ve been living under a rock—or perhaps not even then—you would have seen the pictures and videos from the Ambani Marriage. The Ambanis have spent an estimated Rs 5,000 crore for this wedding, a staggering amount that constitutes just 0.5% of their net worth. While Mukesh Ambani is known globally as one of the wealthiest individuals, currently ranked as the 9th richest person by Forbes with a net worth of $116 billion, the Ambani family’s wealth is truly unparalleled.
The Wedding of the Year
Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Reliance group chairman Mukesh Ambani, is set to marry Radhika Merchant, daughter of pharma tycoons Viren and Shaila Merchant, on Thursday, July 12. The wedding, which will take place at the Jio Convention Centre in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), is expected to be a grand spectacle attended by the global elite from the political and business worlds.
Star-Studded Guest List
The guest list reads like a who’s who of global influencers and leaders. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to grace the occasion, as reported by the Free Press Journal. Additionally, former President Ram Nath Kovind, various Chief Ministers, and senior leaders across party lines will join the celebrations, making it a politically significant event as well. According to CNBC, the three-day gala will see numerous high-profile guests, including international dignitaries and business magnates.
A Glimpse into the Ambani Wealth
The Ambani family’s wealth and influence extend far beyond the wedding. Mukesh Ambani’s net worth of $116 billion makes him one of the wealthiest individuals globally, a testament to the success and reach of Reliance Industries. This wedding, with its extravagant spending, underscores the Ambanis’ financial prowess and their ability to host one of the most opulent weddings the world has seen.
The Ambani-Merchant wedding is not just a union of two prominent families but a convergence of power, wealth, and influence on an unprecedented scale. As the celebrations unfold, the world watches in awe, witnessing the grandeur that defines the Ambani legacy.