Entertainment Options for Kerala Weddings

There is perhaps no greater entertainment than an elaborate Indian wedding. The flamboyance and celebration sometimes start days before event and continues even after it. Kerala weddings are a unique blend of flamboyance and tradition.

For destination weddings in the state, there is no dearth of entertainment options. While traditional Kerala weddings have their own charm, you can always incorporate your own ideas for merriment and celebration.

You can also avoid the traditional entertainments which Kerala weddings follow. Or do you? You could spice it up with additions of your own.

In Kerala, different religions follow their own forms of entertainment – for example, a Muslim wedding might have an Oppana dance while a Hindu wedding might have a classical instrumental performance.

Customise your wedding according to both of your wishes, taking into mind what would set the mood and what your guests would love. In case you are out of ideas for wedding entertainment, here are a few tips to choose from:

Fusion Music

Live fusion music is a great idea, especially for themed destination weddings. You can choose the type of instruments depending upon your tastes. Going for soft, elegant musical instruments such as piano, violin, cello or saxophone is nice.

Contemporary Live Music

This is a much sought after mode of entertainment in Kerala weddings. This is music from a live band. Destination weddings, especially those set in beach or backwater resorts often go for such performances. You could have your favourite band play songs for your bride, bringing in a romantic mood to the special occasion.

Sufi Music

Sufi music is soulful and rich. While it was prevalent as a tradition before, it is fast becoming popular in destination weddings. If you are going for a royal theme, then Sufi music would is a great entertainment option! The circling dancers entranced in prayer create a mesmerising and heavenly feel to the celebrations. It would surely enrich the royal splendour of the event.

Folk Dance

Beautifully choreographed folk dances are another form of entertainment that can keep the audience occupied. In Kerala weddings, popular folk dances such as Oppana, Thiruvathira and Margamkali are sure hits. Each religion has their own folk dance lore. So research a little into what type would suit your destination wedding, and get professionals to enthral you and your guests.

Bollywood Hungama        

There’s no party without a little Bollywood masti. Professional Bollywood dancers are available, who can bring the roof down with roaring performances of the latest Bollywood hits. You could even get famous singers like Shankar Mahadevan or Shaan to perform at your wedding. Now, wouldn’t that be a sight?

While live musical performances are in vogue, modern day weddings have taken it up a notch by including DJ parties and rap shows. Strategically placed after the official wedding ceremony, you could have a popular DJ burn up the floor or a famous stand-up comedian have your guests in splits.