Maharashtrian weddings are a simple affair with light moments, like the bride`s brother twisting the groom`s ear; the couple feeding each other sweets; and taking each other`s names in verses etc. The couple is initiated into Grihasthashram- a vow taken by both to unite and be together all their life while pursuing dharma, artha, karma, moksha. The bride asks the groom to promise her that he will never violate her limits - maryada - the groom asks her to always remain dedicated and loyal to her. They lovingly agree to devotion and have progeny.

Maharashtrian Pre Wedding Rituals
Engagement
Muhurt Karane
Kelvan
Halad Chadavane
Simant Pujan
Sankalp

Maharashtrian Wedding Ceremony
The elderly members of the bride`s family welcome the guests at the doorstep. They apply perfume by an attardani on the back of the right hand of the guests and rose water is sprinkled from gulabdani. After this sweets are distributed. The following are observed on the eve and after the wedding ceremony:

Ganpatipujan
Punyahvachan
Devdevak
Gaurihar Puja
Lagna Muhurt
Kanyadan
Akshataropan
Mangalsutrabandhan
Vivah Hom
Lajja Hom
Saptapadi
Maharashtrian Post Wedding Rituals
Manpan
Reception
Varat
Grihpravesh
Tond Dhune
Vyahi Bhet
Halad Utaravane
Tikhati Mejwani