Priyanka Chopra manages to eclipse her pal Meghan Markle with her own three-day palatial nuptials

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas’ three-day wedding came to a spectacular climax on Sunday with a Hindu ceremony in a palace, featuring a heavily decorated elephant.

The Quantico actress was spotted, along with her family, arriving at Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India, on Sunday. 

The Bollywood star, 36, was reportedly wearing an outfit by the highly regarded designer Sabyasachi Mukherji, as she waited on the front steps of the spectacular building, which is one of the world’s largest private residences.

Lavish: Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas’ three-day wedding came to a spectacular climax on Sunday with a Hindu ceremony in a palace

Spectacular: The ceremony featured a heavily decorated elephant which was pictured being readied for the ceremony

Spectacular: The ceremony featured a heavily decorated elephant which was pictured being readied for the ceremony

Jonas had promised to make a spectacular entrance so it’s likely the elephant is being readied to carry him to the ceremony.  

The spectacular palace venue has 347 rooms and is the principal residence of the former Jodhpur royal family, and eclipses St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle – where Priyanka was a guest of her pal Meghan Markle earlier this year. 

The property is partly run as a hotel by the Taj Group, and was recently awarded as the World’s Best Hotel at the Traveller’s Choice Awards. 

Big day: The Quantico actress was spotted, along with her family, arriving at Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India, on Sunday

Big day: The Quantico actress was spotted, along with her family, arriving at Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India, on Sunday

A one night stay in the Grand Presidential suite can cost more than $7,000, according to the hotel website.

The mansion palace was named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, who was Maharaja of Jodhpur from 1918 to his death.

It’s India’s last living palace and comes complete with 65 original Art Deco bedrooms and suites.

Colourful: Jonas had promised to make a spectacular entrance so it's likely the elephant is being readied to carry him to the ceremony 

Colourful: Jonas had promised to make a spectacular entrance so it’s likely the elephant is being readied to carry him to the ceremony 

Traditional ceremony: The third day features the Hindu ceremony and an elephant

Traditional ceremony: The third day features the Hindu ceremony and an elephant

The couple exchanged vows in a Christian ceremony on Saturday, wearing custom-made Ralph Lauren clothes, and later shared pictures on their social media of a pre-wedding ritual, the mehendi ceremony, which involves applying henna on the bride’s hands as a good omen.

‘One of the most special things that our relationship has given us is a merging of families who love and respect each others’ faiths and cultures. And so planning our wedding with an amalgamation of both was so so amazing,’ the bride wrote on her Instagram account.

The pictures showed the couple laughing and surrounded by family and friends, as an artisan applied henna on Chopra’s palms.

Stunning: The Bollywood star, 36, was reportedly wearing an outfit by the highly regarded designer Sabyasachi Mukherji

Stunning: The Bollywood star, 36, was reportedly wearing an outfit by the highly regarded designer Sabyasachi Mukherji

Lavish: She walked down the aisle of the spectacular building, which is one of the world's largest private residences

Lavish: She walked down the aisle of the spectacular building, which is one of the world’s largest private residences

Impressive: The spectacular palace venue has 347 rooms and is the principal residence of the former Jodhpur royal family

Impressive: The spectacular palace venue has 347 rooms and is the principal residence of the former Jodhpur royal family

Massive: It's the principal residence of the former Jodhpur royal family, and eclipses St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle - where Priyanka was a guest of her pal Meghan Markle earlier this year

Massive: It’s the principal residence of the former Jodhpur royal family, and eclipses St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle – where Priyanka was a guest of her pal Meghan Markle earlier this year

Historic: The mansion palace was named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, who was Maharaja of Jodhpur from 1918 to his death

Historic: The mansion palace was named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, who was Maharaja of Jodhpur from 1918 to his death

Here comes the bride! Priyanka and her family were spotted on Sunday on the steps of the palace

Here comes the bride! Priyanka and her family were spotted on Sunday on the steps of the palace

Ready to go! Priyanka and family appeared to be wearing traditional dress 

Ready to go! Priyanka and family appeared to be wearing traditional dress 

Grand: It's India's last living palace and comes complete with 65 original Art Deco bedrooms and suites

Grand: It’s India’s last living palace and comes complete with 65 original Art Deco bedrooms and suites

Priyanka said on social media: 'One of the most special things that our relationship has given us is a merging of families who love and respect each others' faiths and cultures'

Priyanka said on social media: ‘One of the most special things that our relationship has given us is a merging of families who love and respect each others’ faiths and cultures’

'Planning our wedding with an amalgamation of both [faiths] was so so amazing,' the bride wrote on her Instagram account on Saturday

‘Planning our wedding with an amalgamation of both [faiths] was so so amazing,’ the bride wrote on her Instagram account on Saturday

On Sunday, Chopra shared a picture and a two-second video of a cricket match, captioning it ‘team bride vs team groom #cricket’. 

At another pre-wedding function, guests and the bride and groom danced to Bollywood songs, including some of Chopra’s biggest hits.

Celebrities have arrived to watch the nuptials, and on Saturday actress Elizabeth Chambers was seen arriving at Jodhpur airport in India with her sweet four-year-old daughter Harper for the impending nuptials of her pals. 

The wife of Armie Hammer’s arrival comes hot on the heels of invitees making the most of their time on social media to showcase the glamorous lead-up to the weekend of ceremonies, as it has now been revealed that mobile phones and cameras are strictly prohibited inside the luxurious Umaid Bhawan Palace. 

Clad in a mustard coloured coat and black jeans, Elizabeth looked in high spirits as she cradled her adorable girl while making her way through the crowds outside the airport.  

Her sighting comes after a guest uploaded a notice which warns guests that the use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited inside the $60,000 a night venue. 

Dazzling: Lazer lights shone at the incredible venue

Dazzling: Lazer lights shone at the incredible venue

Big fat wedding: The scene was one of celebration, with many guests and family members in attendance

Big fat wedding: The scene was one of celebration, with many guests and family members in attendance

Strict rules: A guest uploaded a notice which warns guests that the use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited inside the $60,000 a night venue. There was also a chess tournament taking place for entertainment (R)

Strict rules: A guest uploaded a notice which warns guests that the use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited inside the $60,000 a night venue. There was also a chess tournament taking place for entertainment (R)

Strict rules: A guest uploaded a notice which warns guests that the use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited inside the $60,000 a night venue. There was also a chess tournament taking place for entertainment (R)

Details: The couple, who have warned guests they will need a vacation after their wedding, are clearly keen on celebrating their union in style, and have ensured everyone has a welcome pack waiting for them in their room

Details: The couple, who have warned guests they will need a vacation after their wedding, are clearly keen on celebrating their union in style, and have ensured everyone has a welcome pack waiting for them in their room

Thinking of everything! The actress and singer have spared no expense and have lavished attendees with epic welcoming packs - which include Indian treats, shoes and a much needed 'information guide' for their three day extravaganza

Thinking of everything! The actress and singer have spared no expense and have lavished attendees with epic welcoming packs - which include Indian treats, shoes and a much needed 'information guide' for their three day extravaganza

Thinking of everything! The actress and singer have spared no expense and have lavished attendees with epic welcoming packs – which include Indian treats, shoes and a much needed ‘information guide’ for their three day extravaganza

However, social media activity via Priyanka and Nick’s excited guests continue to show the grandeur of her impending nuptials at the luxurious Umaid Bhawan Palace, which will span across three days and include both a traditional Indian service and a Christian ceremony. 

Although it is normally the bride that makes a show-stopping entrance, Nick admitted during an interview with Vogue that he will be following Indian custom and arriving on horseback ‘dressed like a king’, wearing a turban and holding a sword. 

During the interview, Priyanka suddenly thought to check that her fiance was comfortable riding horses, but he was quick to reassure her that he couldn’t wait to make his grand arrival. 

During the service Nick and Priyanka will symbolise each of the seven lifetimes they will spend together by walking around a roaring fire seven times. 

High spirits: Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas went head-to-head with new husband Nick as their wedding parties celebrated their new marriage with a cricket game on Saturday

High spirits: Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas went head-to-head with new husband Nick as their wedding parties celebrated their new marriage with a cricket game on Saturday

Pedigree: Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla have been acclaimed for their work in Bollywood and who kitted out Priyanka for her Mehendi ceremony on Friday (pictured)

Pedigree: Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla have been acclaimed for their work in Bollywood and who kitted out Priyanka for her Mehendi ceremony on Friday (pictured)

One of the most intimate touches that has been divulged is that the Christian ceremony was to be taken by Nick’s pastor father Paul, the ceremonies will be held in different locations across Rajasthan. 

Chopra and 26-year-old Jonas were engaged earlier this year after a whirlwind courtship that began at an Oscars after-party last year.

Chopra, who headlined three seasons of the ABC crime drama Quantico, is one of Bollywood’s biggest female leads with acting credits in several big-ticket films.

Nick and his brothers Kevin and Joe formed a pop-rock band, The Jonas Brothers, in 2005 and soared to fame as members of Disney’s stable of teenage stars. The band split up in 2013. 

Priyanka’s best friend, The Duchess Of Sussex, chose not to travel to India due to her pregnancy.

The pair have been friends since January 2016 when they met at the Elle Women in Television event and hit it off from there.

‘Priyanka is unbelievable,’ Meghan told the Press Trust Of India in July that same year.

‘She has become a really good friend. ELLE in the US hosted a dinner celebrating Women in TV, and we met that night – turns out she really likes Suits.’

Priyanka’s parents, father Ashok and mother Madhu, were both physicians in the Indian Army. Priyanka’s father sadly passed away in 2013. The family is considered by many to be the most powerful family in the Hindi movie industry.

Meanwhile, Denise Jonas, Nick’s mother, gifted her daughter-in-law Priynanka with a pair of earrings from French luxury jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels, which cost a whopping $79,500, according to The Bombay Times.

TIMELINE OF PRIYANKA AND NICK’S WEDDING FESTIVITIES

MONDAY – PRE-WEDDING CELEBRATION IN MUMBAI 

  • Priyanka and Nick touched down in Mumbai on Sunday ahead of their wedding on Sunday
  • The couple rang in celebrations with Nick’s brother Joe, and his fiance Sophie Turner at a restaurant in Juhu on Monday evening 
Family first: The couple kicked off celebrations with Nick's brother Joe, and his fiance Sophie Turner at a restaurant in Juhu on Monday evening

Family first: The couple kicked off celebrations with Nick’s brother Joe, and his fiance Sophie Turner at a restaurant in Juhu on Monday evening

WEDNESDAY – THE INTIMATE PUJA CEREMONY

  • On Wednesday, Priyanka and Nick held a private Hindu prayer ceremony known as a puja with close family members
  •  The puja is an act of showing reverence to a god and/or spirit through intimate prayer and songs 
Rituals: On Wednesday, Priyanka and Nick beamed with delight as they arrived to their puja ceremony

Rituals: On Wednesday, Priyanka and Nick beamed with delight as they arrived to their puja ceremony

THURSDAY – SATURDAY – MEHNDI, WESTERN WEDDING AND SANGEET CEREMONIES IN JODHPUR  

  • On Thursday, the engaged couple arrived at the airport in the Indian city of Jodhpur
  • Priyanka is set to participate in a mehndi ceremony, where the bride and the female members of her family decorate their hands and feet in henna paste
  • Following the intimate female celebration, the couple’s families will be officially introduced to each other during the sangeet ceremony 
  • They reportedly became husband and wife on Saturday night during a Christian ceremony 
  • The wedding was officiated by Nick’s pastor dad Paul Kevin Jonas, Sr
Ready to say I do: On Thursday, the engaged couple arrived at the airport in the Indian city of Jodhpur

Ready to say I do: On Thursday, the engaged couple arrived at the airport in the Indian city of Jodhpur

SUNDAY – THE GRAND WEDDING AT UMAID BHAWAN PALACE

  • Priyanka and Nick will say ‘ I do’ at the glitzy Umaid Bhawan palace — a $60,000 a night venue —  in Jodhpur
Showtime: The glittering Indian nuptials will take place at India's stunning Umaid Bhawan palace in Jodhpur on Sunday 

Showtime: The glittering Indian nuptials will take place at India’s stunning Umaid Bhawan palace in Jodhpur on Sunday 

 

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