The wedding celebrations of Junaid Safdar entered a grand phase on Saturday as his barat procession travelled to a private housing society in Lahore, attended by prominent political leaders, family members and guests from Pakistan and abroad.
The barat reached a private housing society in Lahore amid tight security and festive arrangements. The procession was joined by Nawaz Sharif, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, senior members of the Sharif family, federal and provincial ministers, along with national and foreign guests.
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Junaid Safdar weds Shanzeh Ali Rohail
Junaid Safdar is marrying Shanzeh Ali Rohail, the granddaughter of senior Pakistan Muslim League-N leader and former MNA Sheikh Rohail Asghar. The marriage has drawn widespread public attention due to the political stature of both families.
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First look of bride and groom
The first official look of the bride and groom has also surfaced, receiving admiration on social media. Shanzeh Ali Rohail was seen wearing a traditional red saree designed by Indian designer Tarun Tahiliani, while Junaid Safdar opted for an elegant off-white sherwani by HSY.
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The couple appeared poised and graceful as they marked the beginning of their new journey.
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Mehndi outfits by HSY and Sabyasachi
For the mehndi ceremony held last night at Jati Umra, the couple wore outfits designed by renowned designers. Junaid Safdar donned an ensemble by Hassan Sheheryar Yasin (HSY), while Shanzeh Ali Rohail wore a design by celebrated Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee.
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Their regal looks from the mehndi ceremony had already gone viral ahead of the barat.
Walima at Jati Umra
The walima ceremony will now take place tomorrow at Jati Umra. Around 800 guests are expected to attend the reception.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, federal and provincial ministers, senior political figures and foreign dignitaries are likely to be present at the walima.
