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Kerala, known as “God's Own Country” with justification, is a tropical paradise with swaying palm trees, wide beaches, calm backwaters, verdant fields, and a variety of cultures. Even their traditional weddings have a unique set of enduring rites. Malayali weddings differ slightly from weddings in other regions of India, whether it be in the way the bride is dressed, the subtle decor, or the time of the ceremony. In this third installment of our series on wedding traditions, we delve into the subtleties and customs of conventional Hindu Malayali marriages. Our Wedding Tradition Series attempts to address your general inquiries about local customs and their significance, how to dress for various occasions, and how to accept and appreciate another culture. You are welcome to take part in this demonstration of the various components of a Hindu Malayali wedding.
Nischayam: The first ceremony after the marriage is fixed, the "Nischayam" ritual signifies the official engagement and is a time when the two families frequently exchange gifts and matching horoscopes. The ring ceremony, known as the "Mothiram Maattal," comes next.
Mehndi: The bride's aunts apply the first few henna strokes on her hands during the mehndi ceremony at a Malayali wedding, before professional mehndi artists take over and create elaborate designs.
Pre-Nuptial Blessing Ceremony: The bride and groom attend gatherings held in their respective houses the day before the wedding to receive blessings from their loved ones as part of the pre-nuptial ceremony. A feast is frequently held after it
Madhuparkam: When the groom shows up for the wedding ceremony, his feet washed in the Madhuparkam ritual by the bride's father and other family members. He then gives a white Kasavu saree, which the bride must wear during the wedding, to the groom.
Kanyadaanam: The Malayali wedding includes a giving away ritual including the bride, just like other Indian cultures do. It is known as "Kanyadaanam" and is conducted close to a sacred fire called "Veli." The bride's father gives the groom a "Taali" (mangalsutra) to put around the bride's neck in a tradition known as "Taalikettu" after the couple has completed three laps around it.
Sadhya Lunch:The completely vegetarian Sadhya Lunch, a traditional feast consisting of 25 items and served on plantain leaves, brings the wedding festivities to a close.
