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Inside a $200K South Asian Christian-Hindu Wedding | Traditions, Tears & Lessons

Can a wedding really cost $200K? Sneha & Joel open about their South Asian Christian–Hindu wedding that blended two cultures, two families, and two very different expectations. From juggling rituals, navigating budgets, and family negotiations, to the raw tears and joy on the day itself, this episode takes you behind the scenes of what it really takes to pull off a luxury multicultural wedding in Melbourne. You’ll hear: • The financial and emotional reality behind a $200K wedding • How faith and culture shaped every detail of their celebration • The biggest challenges (and surprises) they faced bringing two traditions together • Honest advice for couples planning their own weddings Podcast Chapters 00:00 Welcome & introductions 05:00 How Sneha & Joel met — a post-lockdown love story 10:01 The Big Camel in the Room story 15:07 Navigating two cultures: Christian & Hindu traditions 20:07 Long-distance video calls & early wedding chats 25:09 Handling planning stress & communication 30:12 Finding the joy in wedding chaos 35:14 The moment that made it all worth it 40:16 Choosing Plaza Ballroom as their dream venue 45:18 Emotions captured in photos & film 50:23 Budget talk — expectations vs reality 55:27 Portrait sessions & favourite candid moments 01:00:30 Night-before memories & pre-wedding jitters 01:05:35 Family support and mixed emotions 01:10:36 Saying vows — nerves & magic of the moment 01:15:40 Lessons for future couples & reflections 01:20:10 Final thoughts + gratitude 01:22:00 Outro — where to watch & listen Whether you’re engaged, a wedding vendor, or just love love stories, this conversation is full of laughs, lessons, and those “oh wow” moments only South Asian weddings can deliver. Want your story captured with the same depth? • For story-driven wedding films: cwstories.co | Instagram @cineweddingstories • For photography with soul: aroha.com.au | Instagram @aroha.stories 🎥 Produced by CW Stories in collaboration with Aroha Stories.