The opulent wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant took an unexpected turn as two uninvited guests managed to infiltrate the tightly secured event, resulting in swift police intervention.
The perpetrators, identified as Venkatesh Narsaiya Alluri, a 26-year-old YouTuber, and Lukman Mohammad Shafi Sheikh, 28, who claims to be a businessman, were apprehended by Mumbai's BKC police following their unauthorized entry into the high-profile wedding venue.
What a spectacular, dignified and sacred #AashirwaadCeremony it was for the #AnantRadhikaWedding!!! The ceremony also displayed the Vedic and Sanatani traditions of #Bharat to the guests from all over the world. Mr. #MukeshAmbani spoke so so well about the family and traditional… pic.twitter.com/cZ33iHUyry
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) July 13, 2024
According to reports, both individuals had traveled from Andhra Pradesh to Mumbai with the explicit intent of attending the extravagant nuptials of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, which culminated in a lavish ceremony on July 12. Despite stringent security measures, the duo managed to gain access to the event, raising concerns about the adequacy of the venue's security protocols.
In response to the breach, Mumbai Police swiftly detained Venkatesh and Lukman, subsequently filing separate cases against them under relevant sections of the law. Following preliminary questioning and verification of their identities, the accused were released on bail, pending further investigation, after being served with legal notices.
The best reel from Ambani Wedding 🫠 pic.twitter.com/zTKha15HUb
— Meme Farmer (@craziestlazy) July 13, 2024
The incident, occurring amidst the ongoing festivities that included a blessing ceremony on July 13 and today's anticipated reception known as the 'Mangal Utsav,' has sparked discussions about the challenges of securing high-profile events attended by prominent personalities and dignitaries.
Anant Ambani, son of business magnate Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant's wedding has been a subject of widespread media attention, drawing notable figures from business, entertainment, and political spheres. The security breach serves as a stark reminder of the complexities involved in ensuring the privacy and safety of such events, despite meticulous planning and deployment of security personnel.
she looks so ethereal pic.twitter.com/mRrc9vwh5W
— ً (@manmarziiyaan) July 12, 2024
As the wedding celebrations continue to unfold amidst heightened scrutiny, authorities are expected to review and bolster security measures to prevent any further unauthorized access and safeguard the privacy of the newlyweds and their esteemed guests.