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When did you first meet Bailey?: "We met when we both joined a fitness program called Camp Gladiator back in 2019 during Renee Rivellini's class."
My Hobbies: "I love working out, reading, listening to podcasts, and dancing."
Fun Fact: "I can speak English, Spanish and Russian."
Favorite Memory with Bailey: "She made a pride romper for me for pride month. It was one of my favorite memories because we ended up going to do a photoshoot throughout all of Houston. She taught me how you can be an unapologetically strong, loving and a kind person all the same time."
A Special Note From Bailey: Viktor has been a huge part of my life ever since we first met. He's kind, loving, insanely positive and always knows how to make those around him feel seen and special. He's been a shoulder to cry on, a friend to celebrate life's accomplishments with and someone who pushes me and challenges me to be a better version of myself. He loves Moni as much as he loves me, and I couldn't be more thrilled to have him as my Man of Honor for this very special day!
When did you first meet Bailey?: "I met Bailey in 5th grade at Rasco Middle School. I can’t remember if we had the same classes together, but we became friends and stayed friends!"
My Hobbies: "I love to travel, sew, paint, design, read, and be creative. I also love spending time with my 5 dogs!"
Fun Fact: "I don’t like chocolate, but I used to be a kitchen manager for a chocolatier where I would make gourmet chocolates! My boss never knew I didn’t like chocolate 😂"
Favorite Memory with Bailey: "My favorite memory with Bailey is when we went to the Ke$ha concert when we were teens. It was such a fun time getting dressed up, singing our favorite songs, and spending time with my friend!"
A Special Note From Bailey: Maddie is the type of person that you can go to and always know that you'll never be judged. She's blunt, unapologetically herself and is always there for the people she cares about - qualities that I completely adore! Distance has never changed our friendship and, though there have been times in the past when we've gone months without chatting or seeing each other, when we're reunited, we always pick back up where we left off! "Miles apart but friends forever at heart ❤️" I'm beyond excited for you to stand next to me on my big day!
When did you first meet Bailey?: "I believe I met her around 2009, at church. I finally got convinced to join the youth group and the mission trip. Walked in to a room with her and her sister arguing. This was the day that I was adopted by these two as their older brother."
My Hobbies: "Cooking. I like experimenting and baking"
Fun Fact: "By total travel miles, I have circumnavigated the world 12 times over."
Favorite Memory with Bailey: "This is difficult, but I’d say favorite memories involve anytime she has a party. It has always made me feel included and reassuring that there’s someone who care about me and thinks of me to invite me to a function."
A Special Note From Bailey: Keith has been the "older brother I never had but always needed" for over half my life now! He's always been there for me whether that be a shoulder to cry on, an ear to listen to me rant or to threaten to beat up any of the boys who broke my heart while growing up. I'm so glad that he was able to be there for our first wedding in India and I'm thrilled that he will be standing next to me as Moni and I say our final "I do's"!
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When did you first meet Monish?: "Well luckily I clearly remember how I met him.. It was the first day of my new school in kindergarten (pre-school), and my classroom teacher wanted me to be familiar with school premises, so they assigned Monish to show me around. That is how we fumbled upon each other… Looking back to that day, it’s almost been 26 years since we met!!"
My Hobbies: "I’m into sports in general. I’ve been experimenting with adventure sports lately, though I was really big into soccer during my school days. I also like traveling around and exploring places."
Fun Fact: "I can’t dance to save my life!! Surprisingly enough, this aversion to dancing ended with 5 hours of dancing sober at my own wedding! 🤣"
Favorite Memory with Monish: "Well… It has to do with the first day of our pre-school. That happy coincidence led to the countless memories that followed as we became close friends. Monish has played a big role in some of the most memorable moments of my life. From spending vacation in Karjan (India), to sleeping on his terrace in the winters, to unknowingly guiding each other through different phases of life. All of the never-ending phone calls talking shit (even though we were together almost all day in school). Going to eat panipuri at least twice a week, playing countless soccer games, and some of the best nights out playing PlayStation and counter strike all night long. We've grown up together! Cheers to witnessing and living our childhood, teenage years, and 20s together, now onto our 30s!"
A Special Note From Monish: Mahipal is not just my best man - He is my brother from another mother, the keeper of my secrets, my confidant through thick and thin. Our bond goes beyond just friendship; it's built on shared experiences - countless rounds of video games, jumping around in heaps of cotton in Karjan, endless matches of football (soccer), and our mutual love for pani puri. We jokingly call him "Prince" because if kings still ruled in India, he’d undoubtedly be the Prince of Karjan!
Mahipal, you’ve stood by my side through the good, the bad, and the ugly, and for that, I am eternally grateful. Your humility, kindness, and willingness to go above and beyond for others inspires me every day. Thank you for standing next to me on this special day as I embark on this new chapter of my life.
When did you first meet Monish?: "Sometime in kindergarten when we were toddlers. Can’t even remember…It’s been more than quarter of a century!"
My Hobbies: "Reading in all directions. I love cars and soccer. I also like swimming and cross-fit."
Fun Fact: "Theoretically, I am a doctor but I cannot prescribe you any kind of meds. Maybe I am also a part-time model (shirt featured in the photo above was made by @baileyswaydesigns)."
Favorite Memory with Monish: "We have an infinity of priceless memories, but to name a few would be school projects, my only Live Cricket Match (INDvsWI), our 2011 Goa Trip, B&M’s first friends trip at our grad student apt. in Louisiana in 2020 and more."
A Special Note From Monish: It's hard to believe that I have known Nishir for a quarter of a century now - since our days back in Primary School! Time has flown by, but our bond has only deepened over the years.
He has a knack for planning and organization that has always impressed me. He is reliable and a steady force in our group, always ensuring everything runs smoothly. If you need someone to count on to keep things in order, then Nishir is your guy!
Nishir, thank you for your friendship, for being an essential part of my life and for standing by my side as my groomsman. Here's to the memories we've made and the adventures that lie ahead!
When did you first meet Monish?: "I first met him when we walked in to our first apartment along with Gurisht and Nakul in San Diego back in 2017. It was thrilling for all of us as new roommates, as all four of us came to the States for our education, marking the beginning of an exciting new phase in our lives. Monish and I were not just roommates; we also shared a great love for chai."
My Hobbies: "I am into science and nerdy kinda stuff. I naturally gravitate towards anything that stimulates my curiosity and creativity. As an outdoorsy person, I prefer seeking out cheap, thrilling adventures over boogie nights spent partying."
Fun Fact: "I own a telescope but have never been star gazing."
Favorite Memory with Monish: "Unsurprisingly, it’s not something that can completely cover all aspects of Monish’s story. However, long ago when Apple first came out with Memoji (where you can record your facial expressions to the avatar), he sent me the only one I have ever received from anyone in my life. This will probably be a memory I will hold onto for end of time because the delivery of that recorded message was on point. I bet there won’t be another one like it for the next 100 years."
A Special Note From Monish: