Discover the captivating tale of love of Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover, where romance and passion permeate every second. Their fairy tale wedding customs and passionate proposal under the stars are just two examples of how Bipasha and his Bengali roots are honored during their road to married bliss.
Lights, Camera, Action! The Unfolding of Bipasha-Karan’s Love Story
Set against the glittering backdrop of Bollywood, their love story started on the sets of the 2015 thriller “Alone.” The chemistry between Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover on screen translated into a romantic relationship in real life, sparking a relationship that quickly became irreversible. Their public picture of love, sharing glimpses of their adoration over social media, won many others over. Because of Karan’s unrivaled love and respect, Bipasha was able to fully embrace their special adventure. “I feel I am lucky, as I live only for love. And no man has given me more love and respect than Karan. I might not be looking for the same thing in marriage, like others do. I have my own checklist, and I have ticked my boxes accordingly,” Basu had said this in a conversation.
The Magical Moment of Proposal
“There is so much that happens in your life. You realise what you need to change and that comes when you truly realise what you want and what makes you happy. She made me realise that in many ways. And I kept on falling in love with her over and over again,”said Karan revealing his feelings for Basu. Only a few months into their relationship, Karan made the crucial choice to pop the question to Basu, which is evidence of their deepening love. The 38-year-old decided to pop the question to Basu in December 2015 while on a New Year’s vacation to Thailand, tying the knot in an enduring moment of passion. “We were in Koh Samui, it was December 31 and the sky was lit with fireworks. I was carrying the ring with me and something told me that this is the right time. So, while she was capturing the fireworks on video, I took the opportunity and gave her the ring,” disclosed Grover.
The Bright Bridal Shower
Bipasha Basu’s bridal shower radiated joy and excitement as Karan Singh Grover, came in with his “monkey pack,” and surprised her with his presence. Amidst a sea of red balloons, the Bong bombshell embraced the festivities with infectious laughter, surrounded by her loved ones, creating cherished memories that would last a lifetime.
The Serene Court Marriage
With a relaxed court wedding celebrated in the presence of personal family and friends on April 28, 2016, Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover began their journey towards everlasting happiness. While Karan looked stunning in a spotless white bandhgala, signifying the purity of their union, Bipasha emanated grace and elegance in a pastel pink saree embellished with exquisite jewelry.
The Mehandi: Colours and Cultures United
The initial part of the wedding festivities took place in Mumbai’s Villa 69, a charming blend of French elegance and Indian vivacity. Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover’s mehndi ritual shone with happiness amidst a small gathering of family and close friends, which included celebrities like Shilpa Shetty Kundra, Raj Kundra, Sophie Choudhry, and Candice Pinto. Classic Basu songs like “Beedi Jaliyele” and “Touch My Body,” which were played in remembrance of the couple’s love tale, filled the air with energy. Exuding joy and celebration, Basu looked stunning in a delicately designed pastel pink lehenga by Anushree Reddy. The look was elegant and graceful, with a billowing pink skirt decorated with vivid flowers and an anarkali-style blouse. With floral jewelry and a stunning satlada necklace to finish off her ensemble, Basu radiated refinement and ageless beauty.
The Wedding Celebrating Love and Tradition
The epic finale of Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover’s love story took place on April 30. The wedding ceremonies were woven within the intricate web of Bengali customs, paying homage to Basu’s Bengali roots. Among the holy rites was the charming Saat Paak ceremony, in which the bride circled the groom seven times on a wooden seat bedecked with betel leaves, borne by her brothers, before they joined him for the holy pheras. With a splash of contemporary style incorporated into the ageless customs, the groom made an unforgettable entrance, gliding on a Segway amid a joyful procession of family, friends, and the upbeat beats of the dhol. Fondly recalling the joyous occasion Basu said, “I felt no jitters absolutely; in fact, I had the best time of my life during those two days of the wedding. My mom said that I was like a hooligan of a bride.”
For the crucial ensemble, Bipasha Basu went to friend and fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee. The bride donned a crimson lehenga that he lavishly adorned, which included the couturier’s iconic blouse, the Bipasha. Naturally, the actor served as the inspiration for his all-time best-seller design when it came to a suggested dance scene for Mani Ratnam’s Raavan. Recalling the curation, Mukherjee says, “When Bipasha was getting married, she came to the store, looked at the blouse and gushed: ‘This blouse has my name written all over it.’ I smiled and said: ‘Quite literally’.” He went on to add that dressing Basu on her wedding day was a “sentimental” occasion. “To add to that, we are both Bengalis. And she was very sure she wanted to be a Bengali bride in ‘Sabyasachi Red.’ (Bipasha) did all us Bengalis proud. She wore Chandan and a shola mukut, she covered her face with betel leaf. This is what I love about Indian weddings. As a bride, on the day of your wedding you always come home, ” said Sabyasachi Mukherjee. Whereas, the groom opted for a white bandhgala with dhoti pants.
The Reception: A Star-Studded Affair
Bollywood celebrities attended the reception party that Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover kindly threw after their wedding celebrations. At the star-studded event, famous people were there including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, R Madhavan, Ranbir Kapoor, Abbas Mastan, Karan Kundra, Farah Ali Khan, Sushmita Sen, Sonam Kapoor, Tabu, Kunal Roy Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt accompanied by his wife Maanyata, Shamita Shetty with Raj Kundra, Dia Mirza, Neha Dhupia, Madhur Bhandarkar, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Bhushan Kumar, Chunky Pandey, Rohit Shetty, Malaika Arora Khan, Riteish Deshmukh with his wife Genelia, Sunil Grover, Drashti Dhami, Ravi Dubey and Sargun, Preity Zinta, as well as Abhay and Bobby Deol.
Glistening with style, Bipasha Basu wore a stunning gold floor-grazing anarkali that was created by the renowned Sabyasachi Mukherjee. Wearing magnificent finery, she completed the look with a 35-layered necklace and earring set from Jaipur Jewels, which were studded with the finest Basra pearls and ganthoons, as well as antique jadau pieces and emerald drops. With two adorable monkey cake toppers atop a pink and white color scheme, the wedding cake was creatively created to suit the couple’s cute monkey-themed wedding, lending a humorous touch to the celebrations.
