An Indian wedding sangeet is a vibrant and joyous pre-wedding celebration, filled with music, dance, and merriment. It's a fantastic ice-breaker and a chance for both families to mingle and have fun before the more formal wedding ceremonies. Here's a detailed event flow for an Indian wedding sangeet, keeping in mind the typical progression and some common variations:
Pre Event Preparations
1) Stage and Seating. 2) Decorations. 3) Sound system and Lights 4) Photo Booth 5) Bar set up
Artists : 1) MC 2) DJ 3) Live Band 4) Punjabi dhol
Guest Arrival & Welcome:
Welcome Drinks & Appetizers: As guests arrive, offer light refreshments to keep them comfortable.
Music: Upbeat Bollywood or traditional Indian music playing softly in the background to set the mood.
Photo Booth: Often a popular spot for early arrivals to take fun pictures with props.
MC Takes Over ! MC announces Guests to settle down and take their Seat
Grand Entry: The bride and groom (or just the bride, depending on tradition) might make a grand entrance, sometimes accompanied by their immediate families, with music and dhol beats.
Welcome by Hosts: A family elder or a designated host/emcee will formally welcome all the guests, thanking them for their presence and setting the tone for the evening.
The Performances Begin (The Core of the Sangeet )
This is where the sangeet truly comes alive. Performances are typically pre-rehearsed by family members and friends.
Family Group Performances
Brides friends,Siblings,Parents Performances
Groom Side friends,Siblings,Parents Performances
Flashmobs
Speeches from both family side
Couple's Performance (Highly Anticipated):
Bride and Groom Dance: The highlight for many! The couple performs a romantic or fun choreographed dance together. This can be their first dance as an almost-married couple.
Games & Fun Activities ( BY MC)
Dinner Announcement: Once the performances wind down, the hosts will announce dinner.
Music Continues: The DJ will keep the music playing, often shifting to more relaxed tunes during dinner, then back to upbeat numbers as the dance floor opens.
Open Dance Floor: After dinner, the dance floor truly opens up. This is when everyone, regardless of their performance skills, lets loose and dances to popular Bollywood, Bhangra, and traditional Indian songs. The energy is usually at its peak here!
Dhol Wala (Optional but Common): A dhol player adds an electrifying energy to the dance floor, often leading impromptu dance circles.
Thank You Note: The couple or their parents might offer a heartfelt thank you to all the guests for celebrating with them.
Photo Opportunities: Last-minute photos with the couple.
Departure: Guests slowly start to depart, with the music gradually winding down.
Key Elements & Considerations for a Successful Sangeet:
Emcee/Host: A lively and engaging host is crucial to keep the energy up, introduce performers, and manage the flow.
Music & DJ: The DJ is the heartbeat of the sangeet. They need to understand the family's preferences and keep the dance floor alive.
Practice: Encourage families to practice their performances well in advance.
Photography & Videography: Capture every moment of this fun-filled event!
Flexibility: While a plan is good, be prepared for spontaneous moments and be flexible with the timeline.