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Watch: Perfect Dubai wedding of Indian-Pakistani couple

Dubai - "Yes, we did have an Indo-Pak marriage as it's called these days," Shazia says

By Web Report

Published: Thu 9 Feb 2017, 6:18 PM

They were born in two different countries: India and Pakistan. They met during their university days and got married in a typical Indian-Pakistani style in Dubai.
"Yes, we did have an Indo-Pak marriage as it's called these days," Shazia says.

Another #addynshaz moment before this beautiful and eventful year comes to an end.. Thank you to each of you who were a part of it. May the joy of simple happiness continue and the smiles linger on.. #happythoughts
A photo posted by Shazia Merchant (@shaziamerc) on Dec 31, 2016 at 5:08am PST

The two met 12 years back at the Australian University of Wollongong in Dubai.
"During these 12 long years of genuine friendship where we've seen each other go through the best and worst, have seen our friends migrate and leave this amazing place to pursue their other ambitions, Adnan and I have enjoyed our time here with our families and have seen this place blossom in front of us - exactly like our relationship did," Shazia said.

"We say this was meant to be - the coming together as a couple. Nothing beats getting married to a best friend."
The wedding was planned in Dubai with their family and friends from India, Pakistan, the US, Africa and Australia.

Hey @mizaan84 I love this one ?? #tbt #sangeet #addynshaz #fun #cousin #instamoments #instaclicks #bhangrapao
A photo posted by Shazia Merchant (@shaziamerc) on Dec 22, 2016 at 6:53am PST

"Since we represent two cultures, we wanted to bring out the best of the two in this week - from the decor, to the music - and what better place than Dubai to host it!"
The wedding was a week-long celebration that included henna and haldi ceremony to begin with. It was followed by a sangeet function at the Arjaan Rotana Burjuman. The celebration included music, dancing, and street food inspired by Indian and Pakistani cuisine.

3 months ago on this date and time of post, I was all set with my beautiful Nizamuddin jewellery handmade by the talented workers of Mahrukh auntie @mahrukhd_jewelry and the customised green n white joda embellished with beautiful gold mirror work and fine embroidery patiently designed by the adorable mother-daughter duo @aisha_tehzeeb and was in the waiting room to say Qubool Hai.. #mynikkah #addynshaz #3months #andthememorieslinger..
A photo posted by Shazia Merchant (@shaziamerc) on Nov 24, 2016 at 6:58am PST

The wedding reception was held at the Park Hyatt Dubai from where the groom took the bride away. The walima was held at the Sheraton Grand on Sheikh Zayed Road.
"Overall it was a week two of us will cherish forever, but at the same time it was memorable for everyone that had attended," Shazia said.

One of my favorite pics from the wedding .. Thanks guys for spoiling me that week and for being the best team bride I could ask for .. love you all and can't wait to catch up tonight ??? #addynshaz #weddingmemories @zeeshanam @alizehbatra @nuzhatmerchant @thatguynoman
A photo posted by Shazia Merchant (@shaziamerc) on Sep 11, 2016 at 9:35am PDT

Sangeet shenanigans.. ?? #tbt #addynshaz #sangeet #reminiscing
A photo posted by Shazia Merchant (@shaziamerc) on Oct 27, 2016 at 1:57pm PDT

Love this one.. captured by the awesome @melrishphotos #throwback #addynshaz #nikkah
A photo posted by Shazia Merchant (@shaziamerc) on Oct 26, 2016 at 7:18am PDT

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