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Planning the Sanji
Sanji, translated means an opportunity for the bride’s and groom’s families to be further acquainted over an evening of dance, music and fun. It is more prevalent in Indian weddings and originates mainly as a Gujrati tradition. Sanji runs through the whole evening and possibly into the night. Your planning mainly depends on the venue you choose according to the number of invitees and proceedings of the sanji.
For planning a Sanji you should have the following things in mind:
Introduction To Asian Weddings
Asian weddings are characterised by an array of ceremonies, occasions and rituals. These marriages are a riot of colours and are fun filled occasions.
Indian Weddings
In Indian culture marriage is regarded as a sacrament, a rite that enables two individuals to begin their life together. The diversity and the ethnicity of the Indian community are evident in the myriad of colourful weddings that are celebrated. Indian marriages, all over the world, are big events and are held in an extravagant manner. The weddings are replete with ceremonies and rituals that are entertaining, fun filled and enjoyable.
Hindu weddings
Marriage is one of the most significant events in one’s life and the sanctity that is associated with it is unparalleled. While religious rites, functions, ceremonies, hulla balloo are there in every marriage, it is more so in the case of Hindu marriages. A traditional Hindu wedding is an elaborate affair and lasts for five to six days. Hindu marriages connote elaborate rituals, customs and colorful celebrations. Every wedding ritual is immensely significant and is followed with much dedication.
Gujarati weddings
The Gujarati community is deeply immersed in cultural ethics and they take great pride in celebrating their religious and cultural ceremonies with much devotion. It is therefore not surprising that when it comes to marriages, the Gujaratis eagerly participate in all the rituals and ceremonies that are associated with it. A typical Gujarati marriage is a pious occasion that is marked by prayers, rituals and entertaining customs.
Sikh Weddings
Nothing can quite match the zest for life of the Sikhs. Be it the bhangra dance or their food, everything speaks of their hale heartiness and fun loving nature.
Bengali Weddings
Marriage the traditional Bengali way entails a wide array of colorful and elaborate rituals. These are not only fun filled and enjoyable but also have a deep significance in the married life of the couple. The marriage rituals are spread over three days. There are also many pre wedding and post wedding rituals. These customs not only involve the couple but also the family and friends of both the sides. Every custom is observed with much dedication and faith. Bengalis are known for their love of all things cultural and their marriage events are ample proof of that.
Christian weddings
The Christians regard marriage as an irrevocable contract between a man and woman to be united for the rest of their lives. They regard marriage as a form of worship and believe it to be intended by God for the happiness and welfare of mankind. Christian weddings are usually held in a church amidst much joy and celebrations. Similar to the other Asian weddings, Christian marriages too have their rituals and customs to be followed. The family and friends of the bride and the groom participate eagerly in the festivities.
Jain weddings
The Jains are a religious and peace loving community. Marriage to them is a sacred duty towards God. A typical Jain marriage follows traditional religious practices. These are observed with much dedication and fervor. There are several rituals that mark a typical Jain wedding. Similar to other Asian weddings there are customs and practices that are followed to solemnize the marriage.
Kannada marriages
Kannada marriages are relatively simple affairs. There is a number of interesting pre wedding rituals that are followed during a Kannada wedding ceremony. Nischay Tamulam is the fixing of the marriage alliance. The boy's parents go to the house of the girl and gift her clothes, fruits and coconut. The girls’ parents too visit the house of the boy and give him gifts. A priest matches the horoscopes and fixes an auspicious date for the occasion. The first religious rite that is celebrated prior to the wedding day is the nandi. This is when prayers are offered to God so that the marriage takes place without any hitches.
