2025 Weddings: Reels, Destinations, Funky Jewellery Drive Spending Surge; 2026 Set for More Growth

• Indian wedding spending rose 8% in 2025, averaging Rs 39.5 lakh, fueled by Instagram reels, destination weddings, and unique jewellery.
• Destination weddings surged, accounting for 1 in 4 weddings; average cost increased to Rs 58 lakh, with luxury events exceeding Rs 3 crore.
• Popular Indian destinations included Jaipur, Goa, Udaipur; international choices were Bali, Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia.
• Gold and silver prices soared (Gold +74%, Silver +137%), leading to increased jewellery recycling despite a projected Rs 2-3 lakh crore market in FY26.
• 2026 anticipates further spending growth, digital adoption, AI use, and expansion into tier-II/III cities for destination weddings.

Why It Matters: Indian weddings in 2025 saw significant spending growth driven by experiential trends, with 2026 poised for further expansion.