The pre-wedding celebrations for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant were a spectacle of opulence and grandeur, drawing a constellation of celebrities from across industries. However, amidst the glittering guest list, some notable Bollywood names were missing from the festivities held in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
Balancing parenthood and new beginnings:
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma
The power couple, who recently welcomed their second child, a baby boy named Akaay, understandably chose to prioritise their family during this special time. They are currently enjoying the precious moments of parenthood in London.
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Respectful commitments:
Jackie Shroff
The veteran actor's absence stemmed from a gesture of respect and solidarity. He chose to attend the prayer meeting held for the late singer Pankaj Udhas on March 2. For the unversed, Pankaj Udhas passed away on February 26.
Health concerns:
Hrithik Roshan
While undoubtedly eager to celebrate with the Ambani family, Roshan's schedule, coupled with his recent battle with back pain, necessitated his absence from the festivities. He is currently focused on recovering and fulfilling his film commitments. Reportedly, Hrithik may start shooting for War 2 from March 7.
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Off for a vacation:
Kriti Sanon
Taking a well-deserved break from the bustling film industry, Sanon opted for a vacation with her sister and friends. They sought solace and rejuvenation in the picturesque landscapes of Gulmarg. It is worth mentioning here that Kriti’s film, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, was released recently. Meanwhile, she also attended the Next of Netflix event before jetting off for a vacation.
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Ayushmann Khurrana
While Khurrana's recent social media posts showcase his participation in the UNICEF India's Radio 4 Child awards and a subsequent vacation in Goa, it's unclear whether scheduling conflicts prevented him from attending the Ambani pre-wedding bash.
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The unforeseen and unconfirmed:
Deol family: Hema Malini, Dharmendra, Sunny and Bobby
The Deol family also missed the celebrations. The specific reason behind their absence remains unknown. Readers may recall that the Deol family ruled 2023 with Dharmendra charming the audience with his performance in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Sunny reprising his beloved character Tara Singh for Gadar 2 and Bobby impressing with his performance in Animal.
Bhumi Pednekar
Pednekar's prior commitment to attending Jackky Bhagnani and Rakul Preet Singh's wedding in Goa on February 21 might have posed a scheduling conflict, leading to her absence from the Ambani celebration.
Priyanka Chopra
The reasons for the absence of Priyanka Chopra remain unknown. It could be due to personal commitments, professional projects, or unforeseen circumstances. Fans were expecting PeeCee as her mother Madhu said that she would make up for it. Talking to Instant Bollywood, Madhu said, “She will make up for it; don’t worry.”
Karan Johar
Just like Priyanka Chopra, the reason behind Karan Johar’s absence from Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding bash remains unknown. Well, Karan seems to be busy with the promotions of his upcoming projects such as Yodha, a theatrical release, and Ae Watan Mere Watan, a Sara Ali Khan starrer scheduled to release on Amazon Prime Video. Besides these, KJo is also awaiting the release of Showtime, a web series produced under Dharma Productions.
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Kartik Aaryan
Another one in the list is Kartik Aaryan. The reason for his absence remains undisclosed. Well, speaking of previous events, organised by Ambanis, Kartik seems to be absent for most of them. Speaking of his latest Instagram post, it suggests he is currently in Goa.
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Despite these notable absences, the Ambani pre-wedding bash served as a grand spectacle, drawing a diverse range of dignitaries and celebrities to celebrate the upcoming nuptials.
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