Indian weddings have always been synonymous with magnificent celebrations, but only a rare few rise to the level where global headlines take notice. In November 2025, the union of Netra Mantena and Vamsi Gadiraju became one such phenomenon – a talking point from Udaipur to New York, and the latest wedding to redefine extravagance. It was a weekend that merged heritage royalty, Hollywood glamour and billionaire indulgence, transforming age-old traditions into world-class spectacles across multiple palaces and private islands.
It was an experience scripted like a cinematic festival, executed with precision and shared to millions through viral clips of celebrities dancing, performing and celebrating love under Udaipur’s starlit sky. Social media crowned it the big fat billionaire wedding, and for once, the internet wasn’t exaggerating.
The celebrations began at The Leela Palace Udaipur, a royal jewel on the banks of Lake Pichola. More than 600 guests were welcomed into the Outer Courtyard for an elaborate dinner event where chefs curated a gourmet feast blending regional Rajasthani flavours with global haute cuisine.
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The cost of hosting a gathering of this scale in one of India’s most luxurious hotels would have soared well beyond the typical venue rental of Rs 10 lakh, with multi-course menus elevating per-guest costs into premium territory. The setting – candlelit terraces, mirrored waters, live music and couture-clad attendees established an atmosphere of unmatched grandeur.
The next morning ushered in sunshine and celebration at Taj Lake Palace, a heritage marvel that appears to float like a vision on the water. Guests stepped into a world of marigold, handcrafted décor and dreamy lake views from every direction.
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Weddings at this palace are known to surpass the Rs 1 crore mark even without luxury embellishments, and that figure only climbs with premium décor, curated menus and lavish accommodation. Room tariffs alone, reaching up to Rs 1,20,000 per night, indicates the scale of extravagance at play.
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The mehendi night became a glamorous prelude to the party nights ahead. Set once again within Taj Lake Palace’s fairy-tale arches, the evening saw Madhuri Dixit and Nora Fatehi delivering performances that could easily pass for a grand awards night.
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Their fees reportedly range anywhere between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 1 crore depending on the duration of performance.
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If the mehendi was a hit, the sangeet was a super duper blockbuster premiere. City Palace came alive with powerhouse performances by Ranveer Singh, Shahid Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon and Janhvi Kapoor, while the evening was stylishly anchored by Karan Johar and Sophie Choudry.
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Private performances from these celebrities are known to command multi-crore fees, making the entertainment budget alone something that could rival a major music festival.
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We hear stars like Ranveer Singh, Varun Dhawan and Shahid Kapoor charge anywhere between Rs 3 crore to Rs 5 crore for private performances, while Janhvi Kapoor and Kriti Sanon charge between Rs 60 lakh to Rs 2 crore.
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The wedding ceremony itself took place at Jagmandir Island Palace, one of India’s most iconic heritage venues that has hosted royalty for centuries. Surrounded by moonlit waters and the Aravalli mountains, the nuptials unfolded in a breath-taking display of love and luxury.
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A ceremony in this location would typically cost Rs 75 lakh to Rs 1 crore, exclusive of food and stay – and it is safe to say this billionaire celebration included the most exquisite versions of both.
The grand reception at The Leela Palace was the ultimate showstopper. There was Jennifer Lopez, live on stage, singing to an intimate crowd in Udaipur – a moment so surreal it made instant headlines across the globe.
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Reports estimate her performance fee at Rs 18 crore to Rs 19 crore, a number that alone cements this wedding’s place in the hall of global luxury legends.
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Adding Punjabi music icon Sukhbir to the line-up ensured the dance floor stayed alive through the night. He typically charges around Rs 25 lakh for a performance.
The bride, Netra Mantena, is the daughter of Padmaja and Rama Raju Mantena, a pharmaceutical billionaire and CEO of Orlando-based Ingenus Pharmaceuticals, a company that has played a significant role in supplying affordable medicines globally.
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The groom, Vamsi Gadiraju, is a Columbia University graduate and the co-founder and CTO of Superorder, a cutting-edge food-tech platform powering restaurant chains across the United States.
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Netra’s bridal lehenga by Sabyasachi was a masterwork in classic red, showcasing intricate zari detailing and signature craftsmanship.
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With motifs cascading gracefully along the hem, it became an ensemble rooted in tradition yet tailored for timeless luxury photography that generations will admire.
While no official figure has been shared by the families, industry experts estimate that the wedding easily crossed Rs 100 crore, perhaps venturing well beyond that when factoring in entertainment, décor, hospitality and security. Every detail reaffirmed that in the world of luxury weddings, the boundaries keep expanding.
What remains, beyond the staggering costs, is a celebration that has redefined what a modern mega-wedding looks like – a fusion of Hollywood scale, Indian heritage and personal storytelling crafted on the grandest possible canvas: Udaipur, the city of dreams.