Brijwani is now Puneet

This post is dedicated to Brijwani, oops Puneet, who ceases to be a bachelor from now on...Congratulations to him on his change in role. The consensus in our friends' circle was always that he would not be the next one to walk the line, but he sprang a surprise. Dec 7th D-day. I, Sankha and Atul were the only ones present. Others dropped out for varied reasons, some convincing and some not so convincing.

The stage was set. This is prob the only Sindhi wedding that I'd be witness to, and should say it was a grand occasion. Let the flow (of liquor ;)) never stop, seemed to be the motto. And everyone seemed to be having a great time. Being witness to South-Indian wedding, of which the song and dance is not a part of, this one seemed quite different.

Leaving Chennai on the afternoon of 6th, witnessing un-precedented security everywhere (atleast at airports), weathering multiple baggage checks (Yes, my single carry-on was checked 5 times), I reached on the morning of 7th at about 2 am. And since then it was a great time for the next couple of days. We were curious witnesses to most of the rituals that were taking place. As a part of a ritual, the clothes of the groom were torn to bits, leaving just about enough for him to protect his modesty. (Of course, we too contributed generously). Parties followed parties, and our room was the centre of all activity. Evening, we embarked on the search for the Mystery gift, which we vowed in college, would be presented to all the friends. 7 p.m - It was already time for Brijwani to mount the horse. Should say it was a comic sight, the groom weighed down under layers of heavy clothing, a turban on his head, and a mini-sword too to go along with it.

Dance, more dance and we reached the bride's place. Reception and a sumptuous dinner followed. We were mostly tired, and I managed to keep the jinx behind me yet (Yes, my past visits to friend's marriages were not great, health-wise). A simple marriage ceremony followed, witnessed by not more than 30-40 people. An hour later, at about 1:30 a.m on the 8th, Brijwani and Nisha were man and wife.

Congratulations! Wish you a Happy, Great, Wonderful, Fabulous, Fantabulous Married Life.