Less than a week ago I was approached by the board director of the Greater Washington Telugu Cultural Association (GWTCS) to cover their upcoming event. It was explained that it is a non-profit organization but yet they felt it would be great to have a professional photographer cover the event, little did they know I myself am a Telugu and belong to that Culture ! Here are few highlights from the event.
There is something incredibly special about spending a quiet weekend morning with a couple before the rush of wedding day begins.
No timelines.
No guests waiting.
No pressure.
Just the two of them walking through the streets of Georgetown, holding hands along the waterfront, laughing, talking, and slowly settling into the comfort of being photographed together.
What our couples may not always realize is how much this time means to us, too.
Engagement sessions are not just about creating beautiful images. They are about connection. Trust. Conversation. Learning how two people love each other, how they found one another, what matters to them, what makes them laugh, and what kind of life they are building together.
And this reel felt even more meaningful because the song used here was created exclusively for them.
Srinu and I produced it together after spending time with them, listening to pieces of their story, and learning more about who they are as a couple. We wanted the music to feel personal, emotional, and true to them — not just something placed over their images, but something created from the experience of being with them.
The song is called:
“Pyaar Dosti Hai”
प्यार दोस्ती है
Love is friendship.
And truly, isn’t that the heart of it?
The kind of love that lasts is not only built on romance. It is built on friendship. On safety. On understanding. On quiet loyalty. On choosing someone who becomes your calm place, your steady hand, your closest companion, and your home.
To our beautiful couple, thank you for allowing us into this small but meaningful piece of your story. The honor and privilege were entirely ours.
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As wedding photographers, we know photographs like this don’t happen because someone wears a beautiful outfit.
They happen because dozens of people create the conditions for a moment to unfold naturally, and then a photographer has the awareness to recognize it before it disappears.
The planner creates space.
The stylist creates harmony.
The makeup artist prepares confidence.
The family creates context.
The couple brings emotion.
And the photographer turns all of it into memory.
So while the world is admiring Rashmika’s veil—and rightfully so—I also want to acknowledge the artist who helped the world see it.Because photographs that make millions of people stop scrolling are rarely accidents.
They are the result of preparation, trust, collaboration, and an artist who knows exactly when to press the shutter.
Congratulations to @lonavbharali on the capture alongside:
Wedding Planner: @rvreventzdesign
Bride and Groom`s Outfits: @anamikakhannaindia
Jewellery: @shreejewellersofficial
Makeup Artist: @tanvichemburkar
Styling: @stylebyami
Mehndi Artist: @sonamistry_mehandi
DJ: @djganesh_djg
Entertainment: @simrandholis @Curryonmymind
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Because for us the details are as important as the bigger picture. We have been covering weddings now for years and the one thing that has never changed is our excitement leading up to each one. I am not sure if it is the relationship building, the detail orientedness of our clients, the bonds we get to enjoy, watch, see form on the day of or if it is simply the excitement, the energy, the love that fills the air that gives you an all time natural high that I don`t think we will ever get enough of in our lifetime. But 100% it will never get old for us... each event still fills us with anticipation and butterflies. 🦋🦋🦋 #indianamericanfusionweddings #washingtondcweddings #hinduweddings #multiculturalweddings #indoamerican #indianweddingphotography #theregetis #2027brides #weddingphotography #weddinglehengha #weddingdress #indianweddingdresses #dcwedding #novaweddings
Sikh ceremony is over, Hindu ceremony is next - you can never have too much back up when it comes to bring blessed! #SouthAsianBride #FusionBride #IndianAmericanWedding #IndianWeddingPlanning #DesiBride #LuxuryWeddingPhotographer #IndianWeddingUSA #IndianWeddingIdeas #WeddingPhotographerDC #WeddingPhotographerVirginia #IndianWeddingExperts #MulticulturalBride #IndianWeddingInspo #WeddingPhotographerLife #EngagedCouples #WeddingPlanningTips #BridesOfInstagram #WeddingSeason #IndianWeddingLove #TheRegetis
It`s an experience led by respect, mutual understanding, yet following the lead of examples given by your elders - it`s a beautiful communal thing to experience, every single time we shoot Sikh weddings. It`s a beauty full of visual opportunities if you have the eye and heart to view it in its entirety. 🌟 #SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddings #PunjabiWedding #SikhWedding
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In the middle of everything—
the movement, the music, the energy before the ceremony begins—
there’s a moment where it all quiets.
Ardaas.
Heads covered.
Hands folded.
Space that was just full of celebration…
now grounded in stillness.
It’s not loud.
It’s not for show.
It’s a moment of humility.
Of gratitude.
Of asking for guidance before stepping into something bigger than yourself.
And no matter how many weddings we’ve witnessed…
this part never feels routine.
Because you can feel it. #SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddings #PunjabiWedding #SikhWedding
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One of the most underrated players at the wedding can often enough be Dad`s - their thoughts, emotions and desires for their kids are something that gets often visibly missed but when you have been doing this long enough in the midst of everything you acquire a still to isolate and tune into it when you allow yourself to be present and involved 150%... that`s us - The Regeti`s, if you are looking for your photographers Srinu and I would love to be that for you, this is your sign to reach out we`ve got just a few spots left on our calendar to fill 📅 #SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddings #FusionWedding #Baraat
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Give yourself a moment in the busy-ness of it all; life, work, planning, family, friends, obligations and take it in --- it`s only going to get busier from here on out, guaranteed! 💯 #SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddings #FusionWedding #SouthAsianBride
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As we spend the day with our family and loved ones, it feels appropriate to share these beautiful family photos - little brother-sister love going on and the importance of family and what it means. We hope that everyone is taking this Sunday to spend a little time loving each other - the world could use a little more love! ❤️ #SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddings #FusionWedding #SouthAsianBride
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There’s a moment right before everything begins…
where nothing is happening on the outside—
but everything is shifting underneath it.
Families gathering.
Expectations settling in.
Emotions no one quite knows how to name.
You can feel it in the way people stand a little closer.
In the way conversations soften.
In the quiet glances exchanged between the ones who understand what this day really means.
This isn’t just waiting.
This is the threshold.
The space between what was…
and everything that’s about to change.
And if you’re not paying attention—
you’ll miss it.
But if you are…
this is where the story actually begins.
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Two mothers.
Meeting in the middle of everything that brought them here.
Different paths.
Different traditions.
The same reason.
Because at some point…
it stops being about how it’s done—
and becomes about who it’s for.
This is what a wedding holds beneath it all.
Not just a union…
but a quiet understanding that love is bigger than everything else. #SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddingCeremony #FusionWedding
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Weddings like this aren’t just about the couple.
They’re about everyone who brought them here.
The parents who carried the weight quietly.
The grandparents who’ve been waiting to witness this moment.
The siblings, the laughter, the history standing just a few steps away.
This is why how your wedding is photographed matters.
Because it’s not just your story being told…
it’s theirs too.
What we create is meant to be felt across generations —
images your family connects to,
and ones you return to years later and still feel.
For us, this has never been just about photography.
It’s about understanding people.
Listening.
Knowing when to step in… and when to disappear.
After 26 years together, and years of documenting weddings side by side,
that part comes naturally.
If you’re looking for something that feels real,
something your whole family will appreciate —
we’d love to hear what you’re planning.#SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddingCeremony #HinduWedding
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There’s a moment… right before everything begins.
Before the music shifts.
Before the entrance.
Before all eyes turn in one direction.
It’s the waiting.
Holding what’s been prepared.
Standing beside the people who matter most.
Feeling the weight of what’s about to unfold — without saying a word.
You’ll see smiles like this…
but there’s so much more happening underneath.
Anticipation.
Pride.
A quiet kind of emotion that doesn’t ask for attention — but deserves to be remembered.
And these are the moments we pay attention to.
Not just the grand entrance…
but everything that leads up to it.
Because that’s where the story really begins.
If you’re planning a day filled with meaning — not just moments —
we’d love to hear what you’re envisioning. #SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddingCeremony #HinduWedding
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Before the ceremony even begins…
everything is already speaking.
Not loudly.
Not with instructions.
But through scent, texture, and quiet intention.
Two coconuts, carefully dressed and placed…
they represent offering, wholeness, and the presence of something sacred being invited into the space.
Jasmine, gently passed to the women…
woven into their hair, not just for beauty —
but for fragrance, for calm, for a softness that lingers as the ceremony unfolds.
It’s subtle.
But it changes how the day feels.
The air smells different.
The space feels prepared.
The people feel connected — even before anything officially begins.
And that’s what makes these moments so powerful…
They’re not just traditions to follow.
They’re experiences that draw everyone in —
even the guests who may not fully understand them.
Because whether you know the meaning or not…
you feel it.
And that feeling —
that quiet shift into something deeper —
is exactly what we’re always watching for.
If you’re planning a wedding where the little details carry big meaning,
we’d love to hear what matters most to you.#SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddingCeremony #HinduWedding
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The soft chime of a bell…
it’s one of the first things you hear as you enter a Hindu ceremony.
Not loud.
Not demanding.
Just enough to shift something within you.
It’s said to quiet the mind…
to bring presence into the space…
to mark that what’s about to unfold isn’t just an event — it’s something deeper.
And what we’ve come to love most isn’t just the tradition itself…
…it’s watching our brides carry it forward.
Some grew up surrounded by it.
Some are rediscovering it.
Some are learning it for the first time.
But in that moment —
as they step into the mandap,
as the bell rings softly in the background —
there’s a quiet connection to something bigger than the day itself.
Not forced.
Not performative.
Just… felt.
That’s the beauty of it.
Traditions like this don’t disappear.
They evolve, they travel, they live on —
through the people who choose to hold onto them in their own way.
And getting to witness that…
never feels ordinary.
If you’re planning a wedding that honors where you come from and who you are now,
we’d love to hear your story 🤍#SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddingCeremony #HinduWedding #MandapMoments
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The question we get more than almost anything else…
“How much time do we actually need for portraits?”
And the honest answer is —
it depends on what you want to feel when you look back at them.
Because this isn’t just one moment.
It’s a mix of everything.
A little editorial…
where you slow down and let the details breathe.
A little regal…
where everything feels timeless and composed.
And a little in-between…
the unplanned, the natural, the you that shows up when you’re not thinking about the camera at all.
That doesn’t come from rushing.
It comes from giving yourself just enough space to settle into it.
Not hours and hours…
but not five minutes either.
Just the right amount of time
to move, to pause, to reset —
so nothing feels forced, and nothing feels missed.
That’s where we come in.
Helping you protect that space without pulling you away from your day…
and guiding it in a way that still feels effortless.
If you’re starting to think through your timeline and wondering how this fits in,
we’re always happy to talk it through with you.
2027 is already beginning to fill.
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Not every moment is soft.
Not every presence is quiet.
Some walk in and shift the room without saying a word.
The confidence.
The way she carries it.
The way the fabric moves like it knows it’s being watched.
This isn’t about stealing attention…
it’s about owning your place in the story.
Because weddings aren’t just about two people.
They’re about the energy every person brings into it —
the sisters, the friends, the ones who show up fully as themselves.
And these are the moments we look for too.
Not just the expected…
but the ones that feel a little editorial, a little bold, a little unforgettable.
If you’re building a wedding that holds space for all of that —
we see it, and we know exactly how to capture it.
2027 is already taking shape.
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There’s a difference between a space that looks beautiful…
and a space that actually feels like you.
The kind where you walk in and exhale a little.
Where nothing feels forced.
Where everything just… fits.
Because when a room is designed with intention,
it doesn’t just impress people — it holds them.
Guests stay a little longer.
Conversations go a little deeper.
The night feels like it belongs to you… not the timeline.
And that’s the part we’re always watching for.
Not just what was styled —
but what shifted in the room because of it.
Because years from now, you won’t remember every detail…
but you will remember how it all felt.
If you’re starting to think about your wedding in that way —
not just how it will look, but how it will live in your memory —
we’d genuinely love to hear what that vision feels like to you.
2027 is already taking shape.
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Hi Srinu,
Great Job. I bet they were pleased to find out you were Telugu as well after obtaining your services.
It reminded me of a Diwali Festival, which Sri brought me to during our first year together.
Cler
Hi,
This is the 2nd time I am coming across your photography – once at Bobby’s grad party and this one at our good ol’ GWTCS. I was there on both occasions and you do a wonderful job with the snaps. I like the angles and the extensive ranges of shots you take.
Very nice work!
I will be contacting you shortly as I run fashion show, and till now Ive had to deal with just memories of the events, or just plain old fuzzy pics.
Radhika
Radhika,
Thanks very much for your comments. Feel free to email me directly at “regeti @ regeti .com” (without spaces)
regards,
regeti
Great job sir.
_Trilok
I love your pictures. I liked seeing them in your blog better than having to click on the slide show.
Your comments are well taken. Guess I was little lazy to upload the images here. So I just added a link to the slideshow.
Regards,
-regeti-
I like the slide show, there’s more pictures to look at.
Jennifer, thank you ! 🙂
Regeti, you are amazingly smart. Your contributions make me feel happy for and proud of our community. Guys like you go a long way in making a difference to this great nation we have chosen to call home.
Coming to your pictures, they are simply one of a kind. It is not easy to see artists faces and expressions up close. And you have made just that possible. Blogs such as yours are sure to serve as a shot in the arm for several other children (at heart) to open up and make a difference to the society we live in.
Best wishes!
Kishore Puvvada