Desh-Videsh June 2025
Cover Story

Kashmira and Paul Wedding story
On May 2, 2025, Kashmira Alexander, a Bone Marrow Transplant RN, and Paul Dhanessur, who runs an artisan woodwork company, celebrated their love with a vibrant, heartfelt wedding rooted in culture, family, and shared stories. With Indo-Caribbean heritage—Kashmira’s family from Trinidad and Jamaica and Paul’s from Guyana—their wedding beautifully honoured their backgrounds. The couple met at a Caribbean festival in …
Digital Magazine
Real Wedding

Navya and Eddy Wedding Story
Navya Baranwal, a graduating medical student beginning her plastic surgery residency, and Eddy Chen, an internal medicine resident aspiring to become a cardiologist, tied the knot on April 12, 2025, at the historic Biltmore Miami Coral Gables. Their journey began at Brown University, where Navya and Eddy met as part of the Brown Badmaash Dance Company. Friendship bloomed into love, …
Guest Editorial

Guest Editorial from a Grateful Bride
By Aarti Patel Mehra, Tampa, Florida As I sit down to write this, mere weeks after the most magical day of my life, I am brimming with gratitude—not only for my family, my husband, and our friends and community, but for Desh-Videsh magazine and its incredible Wedding Special Edition. Planning an Indian wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that weaves dreams, …
indian Wedding

2025 Trends of the Indian Wedding
Indian weddings are always ostentatious and exemplified with colors, traditions, and unmatched festivities. When looking forward to 2025, a fresh wave of trends will make weddings all the more spectacular. The upcoming season will mix sustainability, innovation, and the couple’s personal flair as it promises to redefine the traditional wedding, infusing thoughtful details that reflect a couple’s journey. Here’s a …
Hindu Wedding

Hindu Wedding Rituals in the U.S.: Honoring Traditions, Embracing New Beginnings
By Raj Shah Hindu weddings, known for their color, complexity, and cultural depth, are among the most sacred life events in Sanatan Dharma. Rooted in Vedic rituals and philosophical ideals, these ceremonies symbolize the union of two souls and two families—bound not just by affection, but by dharma, karma, and shared destiny. In the United States, Hindu-American couples are beautifully …
South Asian Wedding

Marco Island: A Dream Destination for Your South Asian Wedding
Imagine a golden sunset over the tranquil Gulf waters, the soothing sound of waves, and a gentle ocean breeze brushing against your skin as you go around sacred fire. If you’re dreaming of a destination wedding that combines natural splendor with refined luxury, Marco Island is your idyllic canvas. Tucked along Florida’s southwest coast, this tropical gem offers white-sand beaches, …
Yoga

International Yoga Day Miami on Saturday, 6/21 – Join Us!
By Chahna Gupta International Yoga Day Miami Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Miami Fair & Expo Center, 10901 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33165 This June, Miami is embracing wellness, culture, and community in a big way — and it’s doing it indoors. On Saturday, June 21, the Miami Fair & Expo Center will be …
Bridal Beauty

Bridal Beauty Countdown
By: Radhika Trivedi, MD at Dermatology Specialists of GA & Aqua Medical Spa Congratulations! You are officially engaged. Now is the perfect time to focus on your skin. Start by making an appointment for a consultation with our board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Radhika Trivedi, for an evaluation and treatment plan. Cosmetic Injectables and Dermal Fillers: 6 Months Before the BIG DAY! …
Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor
Rekindling Joyful Dharma Raj Shah’s article beautifully highlights the importance of joyful engagement in Hindu parenting. His point about rasa—emotional connection—truly resonated with me. Inspired by it, my family celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with storytelling and art, making it fun and memorable for our kids. Dharma, when experienced with joy, becomes meaningful. Rather than enforcing rituals, we must let children feel …
MONTHLY HOROSCOPE

Monthly Horoscope June 2025
By Pandit Vijayanand Aries (Mar 21–Apr 19): Dear Aries bride, this month empowers you. With Mars boosting your confidence, you’re in full command of your wedding vision. Whether you’re finalizing a guest list or planning a mehndi night, your energy is magnetic. Mid-June brings romantic clarity—discuss future goals with your partner. The Full Moon on June 21 highlights family emotions; …
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