The sumuhurtum is 5:50 AM, but all other times are estimates. We recommend arriving early to witness as much of the ceremony as possible.

4:00 AM: Groom’s entry to the wedding venue.

4:15 AM: Ankuraropanam. Bride’s entry to the wedding venue. Rituals begin with the bride performing a Gauri puja.

4:30 AM: Groom’s entry to the wedding mandapam. The groom performs a Ganesh puja.

5:30 AM: Bride’s entry to the wedding mandapam.

5:50 AM: Sumuhurtum and Mangalsutra Dharana. This is the main wedding ritual where the bride and groom apply a paste of cumin seeds and jaggery to each other's heads, symbolizing their commitment to one another. This is followed by fun games for the couple and the post-wedding rituals.

6:45 AM: Mangalaharti.

7:00 AM: Aashirwachanam. The couple takes blessings from their elders and family.

8:00 AM: Appaginthalu.

The wedding ceremony is expected to end around 10:00 AM.

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