Marathi Ukhane (Nav Ghene)

Here is a collection of various Ukhane, a Maharashtrian custom where wife takes husband's name in a couplet and vice versa. This custom is very popular in Maharashtrian marriages among Brides and Grooms.

Lots of communities live in India. Maharashtrians have very simple and not a lavish ceremony unlike other weddings. This wedding is never performed at night but it takes place during daytime. There are certain rituals and customs in the wedding that are common and constant for various castes. The most entertaining custom is Naav Ghene aka Ukhana.

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