[Shiv-Gauri] The Oldest Story... - 3 (END -p. 134)

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Cytherea

@Cytherea

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Posted: 14 years ago

#391

awesome part once again

loved how things are progressing between neela and dhruv

their interaction is very different from that of the other couples

please continue soon

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Tammie

@saomom

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Posted: 14 years ago

#392

Devi - just read the update again. I love the way you portray the emotions of D & N. Sometimes it's what is not spoken that speaks volumes. And Shiv? Could he be any cuter/handsomer/hotter? <sigh> Oh, and the outfit? wow.

So now for the question. There are so many parties/functions before an Indian wedding it has my head spinning. The Sangeet is the party the night before the wedding, right? What is it's purpose? Is it like a western 'reception'?

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Sur_10

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Posted: 14 years ago

#393

ok...

i have all through the 2nd and the 3rd thread

gosh i have been missing sooo much fun

Arya nd Nirosha are back :D :D :D

Thalia nd Shanky rock... :D :D :D

Shiv and Gauri are fantastic :D :D :D

u actually included sheila ki jawani plus a poll? man.... going bollywood all the way!

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Shaheda

@Newdime

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Posted: 14 years ago

#394

Originally posted by: saomom
Devi - just read the update again. I love the way you portray the emotions of D & N. Sometimes it's what is not spoken that speaks volumes. And Shiv? Could he be any cuter/handsomer/hotter? <sigh> Oh, and the outfit? wow.

So now for the question. There are so many parties/functions before an Indian wedding it has my head spinning. The Sangeet is the party the night before the wedding, right? What is it's purpose? Is it like a western 'reception'?

Sangeet Ceremony

Sangeet ceremony as the name suggests is all about dance and music. It is one of the most enjoyable ceremonies before the wedding and is exclusively for women. Initially, the sangeet party was organized only by the bride's family but with changing times it is now observed by the groom's family as well. Also, it was a ritual which was only seen in North Indian weddings, but nowadays it is conducted in Bengali and South Indian marriages as well.

Sangeet ceremony is held few days before mehndi ceremony and comes as a time for joy and merriment amidst the hectic hustling bustling activities before marriage. Traditional the family of the bride invites female relatives and associates for Ladies sangeet, wherein all of them sing folk songs dedicated to marriage and bride. It is accompanied by Dholak (Indian Drum) and spoon, for the tune and beat. After this all the unmarried girls perform dance on different songs.

Amidst celebration, ladies, crack jokes, tease the bride, merrily reminisce their youthful days and bless the girl for a prosperous married life. The environment quite often becomes emotional as the bride and her mother experience the pangs of separation from each other. After all the dance and singing is done, its time for refreshment. It mainly contains a number of snacks and sweet dishes. Women enjoy themselves to the fullest, making the environment light.