Kim Kardashian is no stranger to making fashion headlines, but her recent outfit at a lavish Indian wedding has stirred up controversy not for its glamour, but for a cultural misstep. At the opulent wedding of Indian billionaire Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Mumbai, Kim’s decision to wear red — a color traditionally reserved for the bride in Indian culture — ignited a firestorm on social media.
Sharing a series of photos on Instagram on Sunday, July 14, the mother of four captioned the post, “India has my ❤️.” Adorned in diamonds, the Kardashians star was a vision of opulence. She showcased two striking red outfits over the weekend, sporting a red lehenga on Friday and a dramatic red ensemble with a long veil for Sunday’s ceremony. However, despite the glitz and glam, it was the color choice that drew attention and criticism.
“I’m Mexican & even I know you’re NOT supposed to wear Red to an Indian wedding🤦🏻♀️” remarked one user.
“Wearing red to an Indian wedding is diabolical….,” expressed another, with a third stating, “Not supposed to wear red to a wedding in India. That’s saved for the bride.”
Ambani and Merchant, both 29, celebrated their union in a grand ceremony that reflected their deep bond, evolving from childhood friends to life partners. Having debuted as a couple in 2018, after graduating from Brown and New York Universities, their relationship has been an inspiration to many.
The wedding festivities, commencing on Friday, July 12, brought together a select group of prominent guests, including celebrities, politicians, and business leaders. In addition to Kardashian, attendees included Nick Jonas, Priyanka Chopra, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates, and John Cena.
Despite the online debate sparked by Kardashian’s red attire, it seemed to be well received by the Ambani family at the wedding. She was observed engaging warmly with the newlyweds and their relatives, indicating that her choice was accepted with open arms.