By Dipali Mathur, Chief Business Officer at Kestone Utsav
Weddings in India are entering a phase where the focus is shifting from extravagance to experiences that feel personal and meaningful. Couples today want every moment to reflect who they are, while still staying connected to traditions. Kestone UTSAV is helping shape this change by combining cultural depth with modern technology, creating weddings that are intimate, soulful, and visually stunning. Musical pheras, virtual planning tools, and curated rituals are becoming central to how couples have been celebrating love.
Smaller Weddings, Deeper Connections
After the pandemic, many couples realized that a wedding feels more special when surrounded only by close family and friends. UTSAV has embraced this mindset by designing weddings where every detail feels intentional, from rituals that involve both families to décor that reflects personal stories. Instead of being overwhelming, these weddings feel warm, meaningful, and focused on shared emotions.
How Gen Z Brides Are Redefining Traditions
Today’s brides are rewriting the wedding playbook. They are blending their modern personalities with age-old customs. At UTSAV, we often see brides including vows alongside Sanskrit mantras or wearing lehengas crafted from sustainable fabrics. The aim is not to abandon tradition but to give it a modern voice. With venue customization software and 3D floor plan tools, UTSAV brings these ideas to life, ensuring every element, from the layout to the rituals, reflects the couple’s values.
The Power of Musical Pheras
One of the most refreshing changes in 2025 is the rise of musical pheras. Instead of silent, formal rounds around the sacred fire, couples now walk to live music or personalized playlists that tell their story. It transforms the ceremony into a shared experience where emotions take center stage. For UTSAV, music is not an add-on; it’s woven into the heart of the ceremony, helping guests stay present and connected.
Technology That Simplifies Planning
Wedding planning can be overwhelming, but technology is making it easier and more interactive. UTSAV uses virtual venue tours, digital twins for events, and interactive event layout designers to help couples visualize their wedding before it happens. Families can explore décor themes, seating plans, and even menu designs through AR food menu displays. RFP automation tools have also made venue bookings and vendor coordination smoother.
For destination weddings, a virtual avatar for venues allows couples to “walk through” the location digitally, helping them design the perfect setting. Technology isn’t just about convenience here, it’s about creating clarity and confidence for couples during the planning stage.
Mixing Indian Roots with Global Aesthetics
Modern Indian weddings are about striking a balance between cultural rituals and contemporary design. UTSAV often designs ceremonies where traditional customs like haldi or pheras are performed in settings with minimalist, pastel backdrops or Mediterranean-inspired décor. It’s about keeping the essence of Indian rituals alive while giving them a global and modern look.
Intimate Weddings That Tell a Story
When the guest list is smaller, every detail becomes an opportunity to create something personal. UTSAV focuses on storytelling, weaving in the couple’s journey, family traditions, and emotional moments into the ceremonies. At destination weddings, this intimacy allows guests to be active participants rather than distant spectators.
Weddings Designed for the Future
Sustainability is becoming an important part of modern weddings. From eco-friendly décor to reducing wastage through smart planning, UTSAV integrates sustainable event solutions seamlessly. Combined with hospitality tech innovations and a focus on global event audience reach through live-streamed ceremonies, weddings today feel both personal and inclusive.
In 2025, weddings are all about innovation and a modern approach. From virtual avatars that bring distant loved ones closer to AI-powered apps simplifying planning, technology is redefining how we celebrate. UTSAV blends tradition with these new-age experiences, creating weddings that reflect both culture and contemporary trends.
