Is The Fake Wedding Trend Here To Stay? Here's How I Felt After Attending One

In a world where reality TV shows and social media obsession have blurred the lines between the authentic and the artificial, a peculiar trend has emerged: fake weddings. Yes, you read that right, fake weddings! Couples, friends, and cousins are donning wedding attire and throwing lavish parties, all without the intention of actually tying the knot. But what's behind this phenomenon, and what does it reveal about our society? I recently attended one of these simulated events, and I'm here to share my thoughts on this curious trend and give you a review of my experience with Trippy Tequila’s Fake Wedding in Noida.

First Things First: What Even Is a Fake Wedding?

A fake wedding, by modern definition, is a celebration that mimics the structure, style, and sentiment of a real marriage ceremony, minus the legal paperwork and an actual marriage. Think bridal gowns, choreographed couple dances, Geet Bolis, and guests dressed to the nines. But it’s all for the party, not the partnership.

Some couples use it as a soft launch to test their compatibility under the guise of commitment. Others want the fun of a big wedding without the stress of real marriage. A few admit to it being an elaborate performance or content opportunity.

The Invitation That Left Me Puzzled

When my friend messaged, “You must come to the wedding next week but don’t bring gifts, it’s not real,” I laughed. I assumed it was a joke. "Imagine walking into a wedding with zero expectations and maximum madness where there’s no bride, no groom, but everything else is on-point: ethnic attire, a band-baaja-dhol welcome, a baggi photo booth, live food stations, a decorated welcome gate, and staff in pagdis and kurtas all set inside the vibrant world of Trippy Tequila," read the invitation message.

So… Why Are People Doing Fake Weddings?

At first, I was sceptical. I went expecting satire and left surprisingly moved. It wasn’t a parody, it was a reimagining. There was joy, intention, and deep love in every detail. I guess it would be just another well-filtered memory on the grid with 'Social Media Aesthetics.'

One thing’s certain: the fake wedding gave everyone present a space to celebrate love without conditions!

Is the fake wedding trend a passing quirk? Possibly. But in a world where traditions are constantly being questioned and redefined, it may well stick around as an alternative for those who want the magic without the contract.

And as someone who danced till 2 am at a wedding that technically never happened, I can say this much: it felt real enough to me.

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