Raveena Tandon Was First among The Bollywood Actresses To Enter In a 100 year old doli - One of the most remembered Weddings of her era

Long before hashtags like #ShaadiGoals and #DestinationDreams took over social media, one Bollywood diva set the trend in motion — and did it with unmatched elegance and royal flair. We're talking about none other than Raveena Tandon, the original 90s superstar, who turned her wedding into a grand celebration that people still can’t stop talking about.

Raveena’s wedding wasn’t just a ceremony — it was a fairy tale brought to life, complete with palaces, vintage charm, and timeless traditions.

The Wedding That Made History

While destination weddings are the norm in today’s Bollywood, Raveena was the first Indian actress to do it. Yes, she set the stage for every luxurious celebrity wedding that came after hers.

She tied the knot with film distributor Anil Thadani at the magnificent Jag Mandir Palace in Udaipur, a venue straight out of a royal romance. Nestled in the middle of Lake Pichola, the palace looked like it had leapt out of a dream.

The couple honored both Punjabi and Sindhi traditions, making their wedding not just lavish but deeply rooted in culture and family values.

Music, Magic & Meaningful Moments

The pre-wedding celebrations were full of energy and joy. For their sangeet night, pop sensation Amarinder Singh performed with a live band of 15 musicians. The palace echoed with music, laughter, and the kind of celebration that makes hearts dance.

And what Raveena wore on her big day? Not a designer lehenga, not a brand-new outfit — but something far more special. She chose to wear her mother Veena Tandon’s 35-year-old saree, beautifully redesigned for the occasion. It wasn’t just fashion — it was an emotion, a piece of her family’s legacy.

A Regal Entry Fit for a Queen

If you thought her outfit was emotional, wait till you hear about her bridal entry.

Raveena made a jaw-dropping entrance in a 100-year-old vintage doli (palanquin), the same one that once carried the Queen of Mewar. Draped in royal elegance, she was carried to the mandap like true royalty, leaving every guest stunned and enchanted. It wasn’t just a wedding — it was a moment etched in history.

How Their Love Story Began

The magic didn’t start at the wedding — it started way before, on the sets of a sports drama film in 2003, where Raveena was stepping into the role of a producer. That’s when she met Anil Thadani. At first, they kept it professional. At the time, Anil was navigating a tough phase in his personal life.

But fate had other plans. Later that year, on Raveena’s birthday, Anil got down on one knee and proposed — and she said yes! After a few months of keeping their relationship private, the couple finally made it official in the most unforgettable way possible.

And the Legacy Lives On.

Today, Raveena and Anil are proud parents to Rasha and Ranbir. Their daughter Rasha has already stepped into Bollywood, following her mother’s path. Though her first film didn’t create waves at the box office, her performance won hearts — and fans are eager to see what she does next.

From setting trends in the 90s to rewriting wedding history, Raveena Tandon wasn’t just a bride — she was a trailblazer. And her wedding? It wasn’t just beautiful. It was iconic.