This is the traditional ceremony of preparing the bridal party for the wedding. Haldi is the Hindi word for tumeric. It is celebrated on the wedding day or one day prior to the wedding day and is usually a close-knitted event. Close family, relatives and friends come together on this auspicious occasion to apply turmeric paste (haldi) on the bride and groom's face and body. Some families also smear chandan (sandalwood powder) with rose water on the bride's face and hands and shower flowers on the couples. The occasion is celebrated with dhol (drum beats), Bollywood songs and endless dancing

Lunch following haldi and mendhi

Sangeet dinner and dancing at the Sailing Annex near Hussain Sagar.