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Ashutosh Gowariker, the director of popular films like Lagaan, Swades, and Jodha Akbar, hosted a grand wedding reception for his son Konark Gowariker, who recently married his girlfriend Niyati Kanakia. Niyati is the daughter of Rakesh Babubhai Kanakia, a well-known builder. The reception, held on Sunday, March 2, in Mumbai, was attended by several Bollywood celebrities. Let’s take a look at who all attended this star-studded event.
Konark Gowariker and Niyati Kanakia
Konark and Niyati looked absolutely adorable at their wedding reception. Niyati wore a baby pink, heavily embroidered lehenga and looked stunning, while Konark sported an ivory-colored sherwani, completing the perfect bridal couple look.
Ashutosh Gowariker and Sunita Gowariker
Ashutosh Gowariker and his wife, Sunita, were also seen at the reception dressed in white outfits. Ashutosh wore a kurta-pajama paired with a Parsi-style cap, while Sunita wore a beautiful white lehenga. She completed her look with a necklace, maang tikka, and bangles.
Genelia D'Souza and Riteish Deshmukh
Bollywood’s favorite romantic couple, Genelia D'Souza and Riteish Deshmukh, made an appearance at the reception. Genelia looked elegant in a beautifully embroidered saree, accessorized with earrings, bangles, and a potli bag. Riteish looked dashing in a black suit, making a stylish pair with his wife.
Shah Rukh Khan
On this occasion, Bollywood's King Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, was also spotted. He was wearing a white shirt and black pants-suit, along with black sunglasses. In this look, King Khan looked quite dashing. He also posed for photos with the newlywed couple.
Sonali Bendre
Sonali Bendre attended the reception with her husband Goldie Behl. She looked stunning in a grey and silver silk saree, paired with a silver necklace and a matching shimmering handbag. Goldie Behl complemented her look in a navy blue kurta and white pajama.
Aamir Khan
Aamir Khan also attended the reception to bless the newlywed couple. He looked suave in a grey formal suit, posing for the paparazzi with a smile.
Aamir Khan's mother, Zeenat Hussain
Aamir Khan's mother Zeenat Hussain attended the reception of Ashutosh Gowariker's son Konark and marked her presence at the grand ceremony along with her family, friends and eminent guests from the film industry.
Kiran Rao and Nupur Shikhare
Aamir Khan's ex-wife Kiran Rao attended the reception with Ira Khan's husband, Nupur Shikhare. Kiran looked gorgeous in a printed skirt paired with a white shirt, accessorized with a golden necklace and chain.
Pooja Hegde
Actress Pooja Hegde made a graceful appearance at the reception in a yellow silk saree. She complemented her look with a necklace, ring, and watch, looking absolutely stunning in the saree.
Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi
Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi twinned in red at the reception, looking incredibly charming together.
Anu Malik and Family
Singer Anu Malik attended the reception with his family, looking dapper as they joined in the celebrations.
Farhan Akhtar
Farhan Akhtar impressed everyone with his stylish look in a black Indo-Western outfit, adding a cool vibe to the event.
Gayatri Oberoi
Actress Gayatri Oberoi, known for her role in Swades, attended with her husband Vikas Oberoi. She looked beautiful in a pink saree paired with a golden blouse.
Vidya Balan
Vidya Balan arrived at the reception with her husband Siddharth Roy Kapur. She looked elegant in a black saree, completing her look with minimal accessories.
Sinha Family
Shatrughan Sinha’s wife, Poonam, attended the event with their son and daughter-in-law. Poonam wore a saree, while her daughter-in-law opted for a suit.
Pashmina and Rajesh Roshan
Actress Pashmina Roshan also attended the function with her family. She wore a pink lehenga and looked beautiful, accompanied by her father Rajesh Roshan and mother.
Kabir Bedi
Actor Kabir Bedi attended with his wife Parveen Dusanj. Parveen looked stunning in a white dress.
Shefali Shah
Actress Shefali Shah was seen at the party in a blue saree. She attended with her husband, making for a beautiful couple.
Sonali Kulkarni
Actress Sonali Kulkarni, known for her role in Dil Chahta Hai, attended the event wearing a pink blouse and a green saree.
Madhur Bhandarkar and Renu Namboodiri
Director Madhur Bhandarkar arrived with his wife Renu Namboodiri, and both looked fantastic in black outfits.
Gracy Singh
Actress Gracy Singh was seen in a pink lehenga, looking graceful as ever.
Anupam Kher
Veteran actor Anupam Kher attended the reception in a black coat, adding a touch of class to the event.
Subhash Ghai
Film director and producer Subhash Ghai was also present at the party, enjoying the celebration.
Other Notable Guests
Apart from these stars, the reception was attended by several renowned personalities, including Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Raj Thackeray, Eknath Shinde, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Sajid Khan, Chunky Panday, singer Anuradha Paudwal, Deepak Tijori and his wife Shivani, Rajendranath Zutshi, Aditya Lakhia, Tanvi Azmi, Vidya Malvade, and Pradeep Rawat, among many others.