Bigger Than Ambani-Merchant? Seven Most Expensive Weddings Globally

Madeline Brockway and Jacob LaGrone

In 2023, the extravagant wedding of the century unfolded as Madeline Brockway and Jacob LaGrone exchanged vows, spending approximately $59 million (Rs 489 crore) on their wedding ceremony. The lavish event took place at the Palace of Versailles in Paris, with guests arriving in private jets.

Lady Diana and Prince Charles (King Charles III)

The timeless wedding of Prince Charles, now King Charles III, and Lady Diana remains a subject of conversation. Their iconic union on July 29, 1981, at St Paul’s Cathedral, UK, incurred a cost of around US$48 million (Rs 398 crore), establishing it as one of the world’s most memorable and costly royal weddings.

Vanisha Mittal and Amit Bhatia

In 2004, Vanisha Mittal, daughter of wealthy industrialist Lakshmi Mittal, tied the knot with Amit Bhatia in a lavish ceremony at Chateau Vaux le Vicomte, France. The wedding, estimated at $66 million (approximately Rs 546 crore), epitomised grandeur.

Kate Middleton and Prince William

The union of Prince William and Kate Middleton in 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London, England, came with a royal price tag of $34 million (Rs 281 crore).

Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal

In 2018, Isha Ambani, daughter of Mukesh Ambani, exchanged vows with Anand Piramal in a splendid ceremony at Antilia, the iconic Ambani residence in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Their wedding, reportedly costing around $15 million (Rs 110 crore), garnered media attention.

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli

The marriage of Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma remains one of Bollywoods most extravagant affairs, with an estimated cost of $12 million (Rs 100 crore).

Coleen McLoughlin and Wayne Rooney

The extravagant wedding of Manchester United footballer Wayne Rooney and Coleen McLoughlin in Italy in 2008 attracted attention for its opulence. The wedding, valued at $8 million (Rs 66 crore), included guests arriving in five private jets.