Marriage in Pakistan is a family event of happiness and festivity. The occasion of marriage brings together all the family members and neighborhood under one roof. A Pakistani marriage generally consists of four main ceremonies of nikah, mehndi, rukhsati and valima however; such smaller events like mangani (engagement), mayoun (applying hina on bride’s hand), dholki (drum beating) are also celebrated by some people along with main functions.
Mangani (engagement) is the formal engagement or commitment of the couple destined to become married. Rings are exchanged …

At least six former world tennis champions and not fewer than 10 celebrated international cricketers have had failed marriages during the last three decades, a fact that might be sending a few shivers down the spines of both Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza as they prepare to host their much-awaited Valima reception in Lahore today.
While Shoaib Malik divorced his wife Ayesha Siddiqui just days before tying the knot with Sania Mirza, the latter has also experienced a broken engagement with a childhood pal …

Brief account of Mangnee, Mayoon, Mehndi, Nikah and Valima
Mangnee
Pakistan is a land of thousand faces, a country simply overflowing with cultural richness. A blend of many languages, religions, traditions and cultures, Pakistan is one of the most culturally diverse countries on earth. In a land so varied, the possibilities for a marriage are endless, and customs vary according to religion, region and community. Whatever the preferences, a wedding in Pakistan is bound to be unforgettable – every marriage is the sign for an important family celebration. Although most of these …

Pop star Fakhar-e-Alam aka Falam recently got married in Islamabad. His nikkah took place in Haram when both families performed Umrah in Ramadan. And Rukhsti function was held recently. Fakhir and many other celebrities and VIPs also attended his wedding. His pretty wife is daughter of TV newscaster Naseem Tariq. Valima was held in Lahore and now couple is in Mauritius for honeymoon. We congratulate Faakhar on his wedding and wish him all the best.