It was one of the most guarded moments of the Aishwarya Rai-Abhishek Bachchan wedding.
The media, including photographers, were not allowed to step into Bachchan's bungalow Prateeksha -- where the couple were married -- and definitely not allowed to take pictures.
But an avid reader sent us some exclusive photographs of the Ash-Abhi wedding, and now, we share them with you.
Ash, Abhishek partake in wedding rituals
Apparently, there were 11 pandits at the wedding.
Also, it appeared that the wedding had a strong sense of Bunt -- the community to which Ash belongs -- traditions.
Abhishek arrives for his wedding
Abhishek Bachchan, wearing a beautiful jewel-studded sehera, enters Prateeksha, where his bride--to-be awaits.
The 31-year-old actor arrived in a well-decorated white horse, while the baraat came in seven Volvos.
Amitabh, Jaya attend to guests
Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan greet guests Shammi Kapoor and his wife Neela Devi.
Also in the image: Karan Johar (centre) and make up guru Mickey Contractor (partly seen behind Jaya Bachchan).
Mr And Mrs Parshuram
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