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AN ALMOST TRUE LOVE STORYISSUE NO. 01 · DECEMBER 2026

A little Bangalore, a little serendipity

Snigdha & Somnath

A love story. A few plot twists. A wedding.

10 & 11 December 2026 ✳ Greater Noida

Watercolour illustration of Bangalore’s Church Street with Blossom Book House, Cafelore, Third Wave Coffee, and the wedding invitation for Snigdha and SomnathCHURCH STREET / BANGALORE MONSOON   ↗

With the blessings of Tara Chand & Anjula Dagar and Namita & Narayan Padhy

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CHAPTER 01 / OUR STORY & THE PHOTO ESSAY

The Story So Far

A few chapters, a few photographs, and a story still being written.

01
Late 2024

Two strangers, one great conversation

A conversation turned into something worth continuing. The details—and the punchlines—are still being edited.

An original café selfie of Snigdha and Somnath together
COFFEE, CONVERSATION, AND US
02
23 December 2025

The families meet in Bangalore

Two families, one city, a lot of conversation. Proposal accepted. No coupon code was needed.

Snigdha and Somnath having a conversation together on a garden swing
THE UNHURRIED AFTERNOONS
03
17 January 2026

The Roka in Barhampur

Families gathered in Somnath's hometown and made it official with blessings and sweets.

Snigdha and Somnath smiling at one another in a sunlit garden
BETTER TOGETHER, ALWAYS
04
23 January 2026

Practice run at a friend's wedding

Dressed up, vintage car and all. Just taking notes for our own.

Snigdha and Somnath standing in a decorated vintage wedding car
A LITTLE PRACTICE FOR THE BIG DAY
05
10 & 11 December 2026

Forever begins

Come celebrate with us in Greater Noida.

CHAPTER 02 / THE PROGRAMME

The December Edition

Two days. Two families. A lot of reasons to celebrate.

Thursday

10 December

📍 Primrose, Stellar Gymkhana
Entry via Gate No. 4

  • 7:00 pm Lagan Sagai
  • 7:30 pm Ring Ceremony
  • 8:00 pm Dinner

Dress code: TBD

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Friday

11 December

📍 Palm, Stellar Gymkhana

  • 5:00 pm Reception of Barat
  • 5:30 pm Jaimala
  • 7:30 pm Dinner onwards

Dress code: TBD

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AN INTERLUDE / A LITTLE CONTEXT

What to Expect

A quick guide to the ceremonies

Lagan Sagai

[Placeholder] A traditional ceremony where the date and time of the wedding are formally fixed and blessings are exchanged.

Ring Ceremony

[Placeholder] The couple exchange rings in front of family and friends.

Reception of Barat

[Placeholder] The groom's family arrives and is welcomed warmly by the bride's family.

Jaimala

[Placeholder] The couple exchange garlands, a joyful moment that usually involves some friendly competition.

CHAPTER 03 / THE CITY GUIDE

The Practical Bits

Stellar Gymkhana, Greater Noida · Open in Maps

Day 1 entry

Use Gate No. 4 for Primrose.

By air

Delhi (IGI) Airport or the new Noida International (Jewar) Airport.

By metro

Aqua Line (Noida Metro) to Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida 201310.

Parking

Available at the venue.

Stay

ExpoInn Suites is a convenient option nearby.

ENDNOTES / GOOD TO KNOW

Good to Know

Is there a dress code?

Elegant festive wear. Double-pant layering is not required.

Will there be parking?

Yes, parking is available at the venue.

Will there be stand-up on the night?

Strictly one. The groom has promised to keep it under the time limit.

Who do I contact for help?

Call or WhatsApp +91 91679 14566.