The scenic hill town of Mussoorie has turned into a hub of celebrations as Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav begins his wedding festivities with fiancée Vanshika Singh. The celebrations started on March 12 and will continue until March 14, when the couple will officially tie the knot. The wedding has attracted several well-known personalities from cricket, entertainment and music, making it one of the most talked-about celebrity weddings of the year.
Kuldeep Yadav, known for his unique left-arm wrist spin and consistent performances for India in international cricket, is marrying his childhood friend Vanshika Singh in a grand yet private ceremony at the historic ITC Savoy Hotel in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. Over the past few days, several members of the Indian cricket fraternity have reached the hill station to attend the ceremonies.
Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni arrived in Mussoorie along with his wife Sakshi Dhoni and daughter Ziva. Young Indian batter Rinku Singh was also seen arriving with his fiancée Priya Saroj. Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal added energy to the celebrations as he danced enthusiastically during the Haldi ceremony.
Apart from cricketers, several personalities from the entertainment industry are also attending the celebrations. Singer Kailash Kher and actor Kunal Kapoor have reached Mussoorie to be part of the wedding festivities.
Grand Wedding Celebrations in the Hills
The wedding celebrations are being held at the luxurious ITC Savoy Hotel, one of the most iconic heritage properties in Mussoorie. The venue has been specially decorated with elegant lights, floral arrangements and traditional designs to host the grand celebrations.
Kuldeep Yadav arrived in Dehradun on March 12, where he received a warm welcome from fans and well-wishers. From there he travelled by road to Mussoorie, where the hotel entrance witnessed a lively celebration as the cricketer danced with friends and relatives.
The wedding festivities began with the Mehndi ceremony, where close family members and friends gathered for traditional rituals filled with music and dance. The ceremony saw the bride Vanshika Singh wearing an elegant Farshi salwar set decorated with intricate embroidery.
The Haldi ceremony took place on March 13 in the hotel’s Beer Garden area. Videos circulating on social media showed Kuldeep Yadav dancing with Vanshika while Yuzvendra Chahal and other guests joined the celebrations.
Chahal, while speaking to the media before attending the Haldi ceremony, said the wedding celebrations would be full of energy and dancing as the players share a strong bond of friendship with Kuldeep.
Cricket Stars and Special Guests Attend Ceremony
The wedding has brought together many members of India’s cricket community. India’s fielding coach T. Dilip has also reached Mussoorie to attend the ceremonies.
Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj is expected to arrive later in the evening. According to reports, several other members of the Indian cricket team may also attend the wedding.
Sources indicate that Indian captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir could attend the wedding ceremony scheduled for March 14. Batter Suryakumar Yadav may also be present.
Kuldeep Yadav recently returned from India’s victorious ICC T20 World Cup campaign, and the celebrations have gained additional excitement as fans celebrate both his cricketing achievements and personal milestone.
Unique Wedding Theme and Hashtag
The digital wedding invitation sent to guests has drawn attention for its creative design. The invitation begins with a prayer to Lord Ganesha and features animated avatars of Kuldeep Yadav and Vanshika Singh.
The design follows a royal theme with elegant typography and decorative golden elements. A special monogram created by combining the initials K and V symbolises the couple’s union.
The couple has also chosen a unique hashtag for their wedding celebrations: #Kulvansh. The hashtag combines “Kul” from Kuldeep’s name and “Vansh” from Vanshika’s name. Guests are expected to share photos and videos from the wedding events using this hashtag on social media.
Detailed Schedule of the Wedding Ceremonies
The wedding celebrations have been planned across several traditional ceremonies. On March 13, the Haldi ceremony took place in the morning followed by a grand Sangeet and cocktail party in the evening at the hotel’s Central Lawn.
The Sangeet event is expected to feature music performances, dance celebrations and entertainment by close friends and family members.
The main wedding ceremony will take place on March 14. According to the schedule, the Safa Bandhai ritual will begin at 4 PM. Kuldeep Yadav will then mount a ceremonial horse and lead the baraat procession at 5 PM.
The varmala ceremony will follow at 6 PM when the bride and groom exchange garlands. Later in the evening, the sacred seven vows will be performed around 8 PM as part of the traditional wedding ritual.
The remaining ceremonies will continue until midnight, marking the completion of the wedding celebrations.
Lavish Hospitality and Grand Wedding Feast
Guests attending the wedding will be treated to a luxurious dining experience. The hotel has curated special Platinum and Gold menus offering a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
The menu includes premium salads, soups, main course dishes, traditional breads and desserts. The cocktail party will feature several international beverages and premium liquor brands.
Luxury champagne brands such as Dom Perignon and Moët & Chandon are part of the beverage menu, along with premium single-malt whiskies including Glenlivet 18 Year Old and Glenfiddich 18 Year Old.
The lavish arrangements reflect the grand nature of the wedding celebration.
Childhood Friendship Turns Into Lifelong Partnership
Kuldeep Yadav and Vanshika Singh share a long-standing personal bond. The couple got engaged on June 4, 2025 in Lucknow in a private ceremony attended by family members and close friends.
Kuldeep belongs to Kanpur while Vanshika Singh is from Lucknow. Their families have known each other for many years, and their friendship gradually evolved into a relationship that led to marriage.
The wedding marks an important milestone in Kuldeep Yadav’s personal life as he begins a new chapter alongside his cricketing journey.
