Chittorgarh weddings are big, warm family celebrations. Here are fun, budget-friendly sangeet, mehendi and haldi ideas for a Chittorgarh wedding.
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Haldi ideas
- Marigold curtains and yellow drapes in the courtyard.
- Traditional haldi songs by the women of the family.
- Petal shower and dhol.
- Poha, jalebi and kachori brunch.
Mehendi ideas
- Garden mehendi with low seating.
- Folk singers and dholak.
- Bangle and bindi stall for guests.
- Mehendi designs with the Vijay Stambh and doli motifs.
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Sangeet ideas
- Ghoomar performance by family women.
- Mewari folk musicians as an opener.
- Family dance competition with fun prizes.
- DJ night with Bollywood and Rajasthani hits.
- Warm tent with heaters for winter nights.
Budget tips
- Combine haldi and mehendi on the same day.
- Use local tent-house décor packages.
- Hire local folk artists instead of big-city troupes.
- Use marigold – affordable and festive.
Indicative costs
Approximate: folk musicians ₹15,000–₹50,000; ghoomar choreographer ₹10,000–₹40,000; DJ ₹25,000–₹80,000; décor per function ₹40,000–₹3 lakh.
FAQs
What is a traditional Mewar sangeet?
Folk songs, ghoomar and family performances, often followed by a DJ.
Can we do these functions at home?
Yes – many families host haldi and mehendi at home and the sangeet at a garden.
Plan more
See décor ideas, the checklist and intimate weddings.
