Some proposals are cute, some are romantic, and then there are the ones that feel straight out of a movie. The kind that makes you believe in destiny, gives you butterflies, and leaves everyone screaming “GOALS!” Krish and Shefali’s proposal? Yeah, it was that kind.
Shefali always dreamed of a magical love story, but little did she know Krish had been plotting the ultimate fairytale moment for years! After months of planning, location scouting, and checking a million weather forecasts, he pulled off the most surreal proposal ever – right under the Northern Lights in Iceland! And this wasn’t just any proposal; Krish teamed up with a National Geographic-featured crew to capture every jaw-dropping second. From dodging Iceland’s unpredictable skies to making sure the moment was picture-perfect; he left nothing to chance. Safe to say, Shefali was shook – and honestly, same.
“Proposing to Shefali under the northern lights in Iceland was a dream that was years in the making. The first time I saw the Aurora Borealis, I knew – if I were ever lucky enough to find the one, this would be the moment, the place, and the way. When Shefali and I discovered our shared love for travel and chasing unique experiences, I knew this was how I wanted to ask her to spend forever with me.
From that point, months in advance, the planning for the perfect proposal began with countless hours of research, phone calls, and a whole lot of faith in nature’s unpredictability. The chosen month was not exactly prime aurora season – a risk that made this idea both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. My biggest hurdle wasn’t just the weather or finding the perfect location but also getting Shefali to Iceland without her suspecting anything. Most guides cautioned against the idea, citing slim chances of a clear night, faint auroras, and the challenge of capturing both the moment and the lights perfectly.
Then, I found Joel Barger, an extraordinary photographer, who introduced me to Miroslav Tran, a legendary aurora guide. Together, this National Geographic-featured duo helped me map out every detail – locations, backup plans, photo angles, and even code words for the proposal.
On the evening of April 2nd, we drove deep into the Langjökull Glacial region. After a heart-pounding off-road journey in his Super Defender, Miro led us onto a frozen lake, where clouds covered the sky. As we walked towards its centre, we heard loud rumbles beneath the ice. Terrified, we sprinted across the surface, convinced the lake was cracking beneath us, only to have Miro chuckle and explain later that it was air bubbles bursting beneath the frozen layer.
Then, as if on cue, the clouds parted, and streaks of green, purple, and pink began to dance across the sky. The moment was indescribable, as though the universe had aligned just for us. As Shefali gazed up in awe, I decided to go for it and dropped to one knee on the icy surface. When I finally got the words out, her tearful “yes” made every wobble, frostbitten finger, and awkward cramp moments worth it. For the next 50 minutes, the lights continued their dazzling display, as Joel and Miro captured every moment. We laughed, cried and stood there, basking in the magic of the lights. Seeing Shefali’s beaming face made every challenge and every nervous second worth it. Now, we have breathtaking photos, incredible memories, and a story of love and adventure, and just the right amount of chaos – a story as unforgettable as the moment itself!”
How dreamy is that?
Credits: Groom: Krish Sheth (@Krisheth), Bride: Shefali Sharma (@shefalii_s // @makeupbyshefali.s) Photographers: Joel Barger (@joelbarger_) and
Miroslaw Tran (@miroslawtran)
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