The Mehndi ceremony is a colorful and heartwarming pre-wedding celebration in Indian culture, usually held a day or two before the wedding. During this event, intricate henna (mehndi) designs are applied to the bride’s hands and feet, symbolizing beauty, joy, and spiritual awakening. The groom’s name is often hidden within the patterns, later to be found in a playful post-wedding game.

Traditionally hosted at the bride’s home or a special venue, the ceremony is filled with folk music, dance performances, vibrant décor, and laughter. Female relatives and friends also get mehndi applied, turning it into a fun social gathering.

It’s more than just a beauty ritual—it’s a celebration of love, cultural heritage, and the bond between families, marking the beginning of a bride’s transformation into a wife.