Some weddings have cost more than some small countries’ budgets. These top-tier nuptials combine royalty, oligarchs, celebrities and huge extravagance.
The most expensive wedding recorded is that of Said Gutseriev and Khadija Uzhakhova in 2016, estimated at $1 billion.
Performers included Jennifer Lopez, Sting, Enrique Iglesias, and gifts included jeweled boxes for guests.
Next on the list: Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding — about $600 million.
Then Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal’s — around $100 million.
The Knot Followed by Amit Bhatia & Vanisha Mittal at $55 million.
Then Prince Charles & Princess Diana at $48 million.
Also among them: Prince Harry & Meghan Markle (~$45 million).
Queen Letizia & King Felipe of Spain (~$35 million).
Prince William and Kate Middleton’s Wedding (~$33 million)
Angelababy and Huang Xiaoming’s Wedding (~$31 million)
Ankur Jain and Erika Hammond’s Wedding (~$3 million)
Some weddings among ultra-wealthy in Asia with upward of $3-100 million price tags.
Luxury components are staggering: couture gowns costing millions; invitation designs; elaborate venues; fireworks; celebrity entertainment; large guest lists flown in from around world.
These weddings become as much about display of wealth and status as about union of two people. Also, inflation and media interest push the numbers higher each year.