Weddings are often grand celebrations, but some take extravagance to a whole new level. Here are six of the most expensive weddings ever, ranked in 2024:
1. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant
- Cost: Estimated at $100 million
- Details: The wedding of Anant Ambani, son of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant was a spectacle of opulence. The pre-wedding festivities alone featured performances by global stars like Rihanna and Indian singer Diljit Dosanjh, with guests including Bill Gates and Hillary Clinton.
2. Vanisha Mittal and Amit Bhatia
- Cost: $55 million to $60 million (around $90 million today)
- Details: Vanisha Mittal, daughter of steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, married Amit Bhatia in a six-day celebration in France. Highlights included a performance by Kylie Minogue and a lavish ceremony at the Palace of Versailles.
3. Brahmani Reddy and Rajeev Reddy
- Cost: $74 million
- Details: The wedding of Brahmani Reddy, daughter of Indian politician Gali Janardhana Reddy, was held at Bangalore’s Palace Grounds. The event drew criticism for its extravagance amid India’s demonetization crisis, featuring 50,000 guests and a $2.3 million sari.
4. Prince Charles and Princess Diana
- Cost: $48 million (adjusted for inflation)
- Details: The 1981 wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana remains one of the most iconic royal weddings. Held at St. Paul’s Cathedral, it was watched by millions worldwide and featured a 25-foot train on Diana’s dress.
5. Prince William and Kate Middleton
- Cost: $33 million
- Details: The 2011 royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton captivated the world. Held at Westminster Abbey, the event was attended by 1,900 guests and watched by 160 million viewers globally.
6. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
- Cost: $63 million
- Details: In 2018, Prince Harry’s marriage to American actress Meghan Markle marked a significant moment for British royalty. The ceremony at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor, was attended by 600 guests, including numerous celebrities and royalty
