But beneath the layers of vibrant decor, designer outfits, and multi-day festivities lies an uncomfortable truth—every Indian wedding, even love marriages, is a business transaction.

Shannon saw Seema and fell in love instantly. Shannon and Seema married in a traditional North Indian wedding ceremony with all the rituals and traditions. For Shannon and Seema, the fact that their ...

Join My Wedding allows tourists to purchase tickets to Indian weddings. Some say it’s resulted in meaningful cultural exchange. Others believe selling the experience can be cultural fetishism.

Indian weddings boast expanded guest lists, where it seems every friend and family member is welcome. Poonam explained with a laugh, "We really wanted an intimate wedding with 350 people." ...