In a spectacular blend of tradition and modernity, Ayesha Arora, daughter of Indian-American tech billionaire Nikesh Arora, is getting married to Jack Hughes in Jodhpur’s iconic Umaid Bhawan Palace today. This grand wedding is a celebration of love, family, and culture that brought together close friends, family, and dignitaries from around the world.
The festivities began with a colorful Holi party at Bal Samand Palace, where guests celebrated with music, laughter, and splashes of vibrant colors. This was followed by an enchanting music night at Mehrangarh Fort, setting the tone for a wedding that balanced opulence with heartfelt moments. The traditional Hindu ceremony, complete with seven pheras, showcased the couple’s respect for culture and family values, while also highlighting the joy shared by everyone present.
The guest list read like a who’s who of global business and politics, including industrialists like Gautam Adani and the Ambani family, alongside diplomats and international figures. Despite the grandeur, Arora and Hughes made sure the event felt intimate, with personal touches woven into the celebrations, from curated performances to bespoke décor reflecting Rajasthani heritage.
Nikesh Arora, known globally for his leadership at Palo Alto Networks and past roles at Google and SoftBank, expressed his happiness at seeing his daughter start a new chapter surrounded by family, friends, and a warm, festive atmosphere.
From sun-kissed palace terraces to the laughter-filled evening parties, the wedding became a global talking point not just for its scale, but for the human moments that shone through, a father’s pride, a couple’s joy, and a city bathed in celebration.
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