From JLo to Ranveer Singh: Inside Netra Mantena & Vamsi Gadiraju’s lavish Udaipur wedding

Following the global buzz around the Ambani family wedding earlier this year, another grand celebration is now making waves. Netra Mantena, daughter of NRI pharma entrepreneur Rama Raju Mantena, tied the knot in Udaipur with Vamsi Gadiraju in a lavish three-day affair. The event has captured the imagination of social media users, with countless photos and videos of the festivities circulating online.

Who are Netra Mantena and Vamsi Gadiraju?

Netra Mantena is the daughter of Rama Raju Mantena, a US-based pharmaceutical businessman who runs Ingenus Pharmaceuticals. The company works in the generics segment and has operations in the United States and other regions.

Vamsi Gadiraju is a tech entrepreneur. He is the co-founder and CTO of Superorder, a platform that supports restaurant delivery and operations. He has been included in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list for his work in the food-tech space.

Their wedding took place in Udaipur across several days and was held at multiple heritage venues.

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How Big Weddings Are Changing

The Mantena-Gadiraju wedding reflects a growing trend of multi-day celebrations that go beyond traditional ceremonies. For many, weddings have evolved into elaborate events featuring luxury venues, detailed decor, diverse guest lists, and high-profile entertainment, blending cultural traditions with modern celebrations.

Their events were spread across several venues, each with its own theme and production design, making the functions resemble organised entertainment events rather than only ritual-focused gatherings.

Jennifer Lopez aka JLo Performs in Udaipur

Jennifer Lopez came to Udaipur for the wedding and performed a full set on stage. Videos from the event show her singing several of her well-known tracks including On The Floor, Waiting for Tonight, Ain’t Your Mama, Get Right and Play.

Featuring Swarovski crystal floral work and cut work embroidery, #JenniferLopez (@jlo) was spotted donning a Manish Malhotra (@manishmalhotraworld) saree in Udaipur at Netra Mantena and Vamsi Gadiraju’s wedding.#HELLO #HELLOMagazine #HELLOIndia #ManishMalhotra #Fashion pic.twitter.com/42uoKg0yn0

— HELLO! India (@HELLOmagIndia) November 23, 2025

Her appearance included multiple outfit changes — one performance outfit on stage and an Indian saree look for another function. Lopez was photographed arriving in Udaipur before the wedding and departing after her performance.

This woman ?? @JLo leaving Udaipur, India pic.twitter.com/XUin2bjC4K

— Lori ? (@lorijlover) November 24, 2025

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Bollywood Presence and Stage Performances

The pre-wedding functions featured several Bollywood celebrities, many of whom performed on stage. Ranveer Singh delivered an energetic stage act and also gave a short speech for the couple during the sangeet. One of the widely shared moments from the night was Donald Trump Jr. joining Ranveer Singh on stage to dance, after being invited up during the performance.

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Madhuri Dixit performed at the mehendi event, while Shahid Kapoor, Janhvi Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Varun Dhawan, Nora Fatehi, and others were seen dancing or participating in different segments of the celebrations. Videos from the functions circulated across social media, highlighting multiple celebrity interactions through the multi-day events.

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The Changing Face of Celebrations

The union of Netra Mantena and Vamsi Gadiraju — underlined by global celebrities, luxury palaces and concert-level extravagance — points to a broader shift in how wealthy and connected people conceive weddings today. It’s no longer just about tradition, rituals and family. For some, it’s a social statement, a celebration of wealth, status, and global connections.

Such weddings reflect a blending of tradition and modern glamour — Indian heritage venues, rituals and formalities interwoven with international pop-culture, global stars, and a performance-driven format.

In an age of social media, live-streams, paparazzi, and global attention — weddings like this aren’t just personal. They become public events, cultural talking points, and sometimes, spectacles meant to be remembered.