The star-studded wedding of the year is almost here, as billionaire Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are tying the knot this summer. Earlier this year, the son of Asia’s richest man threw multiple pre-wedding celebrations that included lavish festivities, including a performance from Rihanna. Now that his wedding is approaching, the Internet personality invited a few recognizable faces to his and Radhika’s event.
Keep reading to learn more about the wedding and celebrity guests.
Who Are the Ambanis?
Anant’s father, Mukesh Ambani, is Asia’s richest tycoon, overseeing his business, Reliance Industries. He currently stands as the ninth richest person in the world with a net worth of more than $120 billion. In addition to Anant, Mukesh shares children Akash and Isha Ambani with his wife, Nita Ambani.
Anant helps oversee Reliance Industries’ renewable and green energy expansion. Radhika is the daughter of another tycoon named Viren Merchant, who is reportedly the marketing director for his business, Encore Healthcare.
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When Is Ambani’s Wedding?
The wedding ceremony is scheduled to take place on Friday, July 12, and the reception will take place on Sunday, July 14. According to the Associated Press, the wedding celebrations will take place at the Jio World Convention Center and Ambani’s home in Mumbai City.
Rihanna’s $6M performance of “Diamonds” at the son of billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s wedding in India pic.twitter.com/mbnsdCJxnD
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Which Celebrities Are Attending?
At the time of publication, it’s unclear which celebrities are attending the wedding ceremony and subsequent reception. However, Justin Bieber performed for Anant and Radhika at a pre-wedding celebration. The singer performed his biggest hits in Mumbai City at a private party for the Ambanis and their guests. According to multiple outlets, Justin was paid $10 million to perform songs such as “Baby,” “Love Yourself” and “Peaches.”
Aside from the party in March where Rihanna performed, the Ambanis celebrated another pre-wedding festivity in May, where celebrity musicians such as Katy Perry and Pitbull reportedly took the stage.