When it came to planning her dream wedding, Real Bride Ayushi bride knew she wanted something rooted in her hometown of Gwalior, yet grand enough to leave a lasting impression. With a palatial venue as the backdrop and a vision that combined regal elegance with modern flair, this wedding quickly became the talk of the town. From the intricately curated décor to the seamless coordination of vendors across cities, every element came together to create a celebration Gwalior hadn’t seen before. Kudos to Hitchkey Weddings★ 5 for planning this one seamlessly!
P.S. Love the bride’s handmade phoolon ki chadar- made by the bride herself, which had handwritten notes about her wishes. 108 notes and wishes for their upcoming life together!
Meet Ayushi and Sourabh
Mehendi
Qawwali
Carnival
Sangeet
Wedding
About The Wedding
We had almost 6 months to plan my wedding and it was a love marriage. So, wanted to put my entire story together in the wedding.
Vendor Reviews
Wedding Planning and Decor: Hitchkey Weddings★ 5
From check-in to check-out, the entire experience curated by Hitchkey Weddings truly became the talk of the town. The way Aayushi brought my vision to life was nothing short of extraordinary—I could hardly believe it was real. I have no words for the amount of hard work the team put in. The entire crew came down from Mumbai and flawlessly executed a celebration that brought together vendors from Delhi and Jaipur—a task that was as challenging as it was ambitious. Yet, they made it happen seamlessly. I’m so grateful to have had them as my planners and would wholeheartedly recommend Aayushi to my friends and family. They are absolutely worth it—a choice you won’t regret.
Venue: Taj Usha Kiran Palace
Choosing Taj Usha Kiran Palace, Gwalior, as my wedding venue was one of the most important decisions I made—and I’m so glad I did. Being from Gwalior, I was aware that the city had limited luxury options, and the Taj stands out as the only five-star heritage property here. I had always dreamt of a grand celebration in my hometown, and the Taj gave me the perfect platform to bring that dream to life.
Of course, there were challenges—from managing logistics to executing décor in a city not accustomed to large-scale weddings—but the Taj team was exceptional. They went above and beyond to support our vision and extended every possible help to make sure everything ran smoothly.
This was the first time Gwalior witnessed a wedding of this scale and style, and I feel proud that it unfolded at Taj Usha Kiran Palace. I would confidently call it the best venue in the city and would choose it again in a heartbeat.
Photography: Life in Frames★ 4.7
Choosing The Life in Frames as my wedding photographer was one of the best decisions I made. They didn’t just capture pictures—they brought my entire vision as a bride to life. From the intricacies of my outfits to the mood of every celebration, they truly understood what I wanted and delivered it beautifully.
Our wedding became the talk of the town, and I owe a lot of that to the way it was documented. The photos and videos reflected every emotion, every moment, with such finesse. The team was incredibly supportive, responsive, and blended in so well that they felt like part of the family.
I’m so glad I chose The Life in Frames—they helped me relive the most magical days of my life, frame by frame.
Makeup Artist: Ishaa Lakhani★ 5
I’m so glad I chose Isha as my makeup artist for the wedding. She was not only incredibly talented at her craft, but also an amazing support system throughout the entire celebration. From the moment we began, she kept me calm, composed, and feeling beautiful through every function.
She truly understood my vision and enhanced it with such grace that I couldn’t imagine anyone else doing my makeup. For all three days, she was there—not just as a professional, but as someone who cared deeply about making the experience seamless and joyful.
It was an absolute pleasure working with her, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to every bride looking for a truly gifted and dependable makeup artist.
Vendors: Venue: Taj Usha Kiran Palace, Gwalior Wedding Planning and Decor: Hitchkey Weddings★ 5