Have you ever wondered why Indian weddings are rarely featured in mainstream wedding publications? Or why do some planners and editors believe South Asian weddings are ‘too much’ for their audience? Well, I’ve experienced this firsthand.
In this episode of the South Asian Wedding Guru podcast, I’m shining the light on a real conversation that no one is having—why some wedding blogs and planners shy away from Indian weddings and how this impacts representation in the industry.
🔥 What I’ve been told by wedding publications and planners.
💍 Are Indian weddings ‘too overwhelming’ for non-Indians?
📸 Why South Asian couples deserve to see their weddings celebrated in mainstream media.
🎯 The hidden bias in the wedding industry—and how we change the narrative.
💬 Why inclusivity in wedding features matters for ALL couples.
This episode isn’t just about South Asian weddings—it’s about who gets featured, who gets left out, and why it matters. Let’s have the conversation.
// Chapter Timeline:
0:00 – Introduction: The lack of Indian wedding representation in mainstream media.
0:19 – Why Indian weddings are not necessarily posted on non-South Asian specific sources.
0:46 – Lack of resources for higher-end Indian weddings.
1:25 – Reasons why Indian weddings are not featured on popular non-Indian blogs.
1:39 – Adapting to see ourselves posted on beloved blogs and resources for wedding planning.
2:22 – Planners’ perspectives on Indian weddings being “intimidating.”
2:58 – Adapting to a market influenced by non-Indian resources.
3:47 – Balancing client desires with authentic representation of colors and traditions.
4:40 – Indian weddings can be a little overwhelming for the non-Indian if they are not educated and made aware of what they’re walking into.
4:55 – Tip: put some of those throwaway earplugs at your wedding for the people non-indian or Indian who want to complain or just feel it’s too bright pack some shades there put shades for those of you sensitive you could just put a um little board up there that says.
5:42 – Call to action: Indian weddings should see themselves in mainstream media.
6:02 – The hidden bias in the wedding industry.
6:52 – Creating change through community empowerment.
7:37 – The importance of inclusivity in weddings and cultural understanding.
8:19 – Personal experiences and insights.
9:11 – Let’s start the conversation on these events.
9:31 – Call to action: What do you think? Are Indian weddings being sidelined?
💬 What do YOU think? Are Indian weddings being sidelined in the wedding industry? Let’s talk in the comments!
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