Venkatesh Daggubati recently took to Instagram to share special moments from his nephew Naga Chaitanya’s pre-wedding ceremonies, particularly the Pellikoduku ceremony.
This traditional pre-wedding event is performed to purify the groom and prepare him for the upcoming wedding. The heartfelt photos show the bond between family members, capturing the love and joy leading up to the wedding.
The Pellikoduku Ceremony: A Sacred Tradition
The Pellikoduku ceremony is a significant part of Telugu weddings, aimed at purifying the groom using holy ingredients and blessings for a prosperous married life.
Venkatesh, who is Chaitanya’s uncle, shared a touching moment when he applied a kala tika (a black mark) to the groom-to-be’s cheek. The photo showed Chaitanya sitting with a smile, dressed in traditional attire, as Venkatesh performed this sacred ritual.
Behind the Scenes: Family Moments from the Wedding Celebrations
The series of pictures shared by Venkatesh Daggubati also includes memorable moments with Naga Chaitanya’s family, including a photo with Chaitanya, Venkatesh, and Rana Daggubati. The images highlight the family’s warmth and the beautiful decorations of marigold and rose flowers that adorned the house.
The caption shared by Venkatesh expressed love, happiness, and togetherness, with the hashtag #SoChay, combining the names of the bride and groom, Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala.
Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala’s Wedding
Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala tied the knot in a traditional Telugu ceremony on December 4 and made their first public appearance on December 6.
The pre-wedding and wedding celebrations have been full of family warmth, tradition, and cherished moments that have now been captured and shared by Venkatesh Daggubati, offering fans an intimate glimpse into the joyous occasion.
