Have you ever heard of a fun wedding tradition where the bride’s side playfully hides the groom’s shoes? Well, that’s exactly what happened at Bollywood actors Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt’s wedding! This custom is called “joota chupai,” and it involves some lighthearted bargaining between the groom and the bride’s family.
Imagine the scene: The wedding festivities are over, but before the happy couple leaves, Alia’s sister steps forward. In her hand, she holds – what else? – Ranbir’s shoes! This is her chance to have some fun and make a little money from the new brother-in-law.
Now, according to tradition, the groom has to pay to get his shoes back. It’s a symbolic way of welcoming him into the family and teasing him a bit. Alia’s sister, following the tradition, likely asked for a hefty sum, maybe a few lakhs (hundreds of thousands) of rupees.
Here’s where things get interesting. During a talk show appearance with his mom Neetu Kapoor and sister Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, Ranbir spills the beans about the joota chupai. The host, Kapil Sharma, asks if the rumors of him paying lakhs to Alia’s sister are true.
Ranbir, with a laugh, says, “No, that’s not quite right.” His mom jumps in, playfully adding, “We did give them some cash, of course!”
Ranbir then shares the details of the negotiation. He says that, as expected, Alia’s sister demanded a large sum for the shoes. But this is where Ranbir’s bargaining skills come in! He, following the playful spirit of the tradition, tries to bring down the price.
Imagine the conversation: Alia’s sister, with a big smile, says something like, “These shoes won’t come cheap, you gotta pay a good amount to get them back!” Ranbir, with a wink and a maybe a little pleading, counters with a lower offer.
Back on the talk show, Ranbir reveals that he managed to bring the price down significantly. Instead of lakhs, he ended up paying only a few thousand rupees (a few thousand rupees).
This story tells us a few things about Indian weddings. First, they are full of fun and traditions like joota chupai, which add a lighthearted touch to the celebrations. Second, they are a time for families to come together and bond, even through playful bargaining!
But most importantly, this story tells us something about Ranbir and Alia’s wedding. The way they handled the joota chupai ceremony shows their playful personalities and their ability to have fun together, even amidst the big wedding chaos. It’s a small glimpse into the beginning of their journey as a married couple.
So, the next time you hear about an Indian wedding, remember the playful tradition of joota chupai. It’s a reminder that even amidst the grand celebrations, there’s always space for some lighthearted fun and family bonding.