Wedding Types We Photograph

All cultures have their rituals and their colors, and we love to catch them all. We have shot many Punjabi, Sikh, Hindu, Christian, and South Indian weddings in busy Vasant Kunj and elsewhere—each wedding with its own special panache. Mustard-yellow Haldi ceremonies and riotous red Barat processions are part of a Punjabi wedding, for example. We capture the bride’s dupatta toss glow and the groom’s bhangra moves, capturing every lively frame. We capture the solemn moments of Anand Karaj and the joyful celebrations that follow Sikh marriages.

Hindu weddings are a canvas of customs; we cherish the sanctity of the pheras around the fire, capturing the bride’s bashful smiles and the bridegroom’s tears of happiness during the vidai. We shoot the vows and the exultant kiss in soft, cinematic lighting whether we’re in a church or ballroom for a Christian wedding. South Indian weddings are also known for the glamour. Be it the bright flowers or idols or the traditional tying of the mangalsutra, South Indian weddings are a treat to the eyes. “Our teams are experts at being part of these different ceremonies, respecting every tradition while documenting in our signature luxury style.” Regardless of your faith or community, Upasna Studio Photography is ready to capture the essence of your wedding, as diverse and beautiful as the city itself.

Candid Wedding Photography Style

Our style is 100% candid and documentary, enhanced by cinematic artistry. We blend in with the celebration, letting you act naturally while we capture it all. No stiff posing or awkward grinning—just organic moments. Think of us as invisible friends with cameras. We’ll catch the groom whispering a sweet good luck message, the little sibling cracking jokes, the bride tossing her bouquet, and everyone leaping to catch it. As Upasna Studio Photography's philosophy emphasizes, we “let moments unfold naturally” so every image feels like a movie still.

Even when we do pose you for that classic couple shot, we do it with flair. We use dramatic lighting and graceful angles so you look as if in a high-fashion spread—the bride’s veil fluttering in the breeze, the groom smirking over his shoulder, reflections in nearby architecture. But before and after that, our cameras roam freely: shooting all the unguarded smiles, the teary-eyed parent embraces, and the dancefloor antics. One bride said our candid shots were “out of this world”—each image bursting with the day’s real joy. Those organic images—a tear, a blush, an unexpected kiss—are what make your photos truly yours. We promise to capture not just how beautiful the day looks, but how it felt: warm, intimate, and utterly alive.

Cinematic Wedding Film Experience

Your wedding film is not just a video; it is a mini film of your love story. Our cinematography team brings Hollywood and Bollywood flair to every scene. We use gimbals, swooping camera moves, and drones to turn your day into a cinematic spectacle. Cinematic wedding films often have grand orchestral scores and sweeping shots, so the result "feels like… watching a movie production of a wedding day. We’ll fly a drone to get a shot of your whole venue from above, making you and your guests look small in the huge garden or opulent ballroom, creating an epic, goosebump-inducing shot. We move through the crowd with steady gimbals, floating around you as you exchange vows.

Our filmmakers work behind the scenes on your day, subtly controlling lighting and even posing you when necessary to make each scene even more beautiful. The film is then edited with dramatic pacing and a custom soundtrack in order to build emotion. We have cut it together, from the vows to the speeches to the dances, so you can feel every cheer and smile all over again. Many couples today say they want a 'film-like' wedding video, and that's what we deliver: a highlight reel of about 5-7 minutes that plays like a short movie—sweeping, emotional, and utterly cinematic. Or you can pick a fun "hype" reel of the dancing or a longer documentary edit. Either way, your wedding film will be a cherished keepsake you’ll watch on anniversaries and be glad to be taken back to every heartfelt moment.

Bridal Portrait Experience

We style our bridal portrait session as a high fashion shoot. We see bridal portraits as a mini-editorial; the bride is the star, and we use fashion photography techniques to make her stand out. Think of the close-ups of the lehenga and jewellery with dramatic lighting, or the bride gazing pensively through an antique window frame. We shoot beautiful magazine-style images but also intimate, authentic moments like a soft smile as the groom adjusts her veil or a candid laugh between shots.

Upasna Studio Photography categorizes these portraits as “royal bridal portraits” and “designer lehenga editorial shoots." For example, we could show the bride standing at the top of a grand staircase in a hotel, her dress billowing around her like a lush flower. golden hour. Take a picture of her with a temple in the background. From embroidery to traditional jewelry, our equipment and expertise can reveal every sparkling detail. We can do the same for the groom's portrait. These sessions typically take place shortly before or after the ceremony, sometimes in a stunning corner of your venue. What was going on? Intimate, story-driven images that capture the beauty and style of the bride, but still magazine-worthy. Every bridal portrait is carefully crafted to look like a bridal magazine cover.

Pre-Wedding Shoot Ideas

Think of the pre-wedding shoot as your love story preview. It’s a relaxed session a few weeks before the wedding, where we bring your chemistry into focus. In Vasant Kunj and nearby areas, we have endless romantic backdrops. Perhaps we start at dawn in a serene park or by the pool at an Aerocity hotel, capturing soft morning light. Or maybe among the boutiques and greenery of Ambience Mall, for a modern urban vibe. We’ve even done shoots at heritage sites: imagine holding hands beneath Qutub Minar’s towering arch or dancing in the fountain plaza at India Gate at sunset. The goal is to tell your story—so we’ll sometimes meet at a place that’s special to you. Did you first say “I love you” at a Chennai cafe? We can photograph you there. Or if you’re city lovers, let’s roam Delhi’s historic lanes for an edgy, vintage feel.

These sessions are joyful and fun, full of laughter and flirty poses. They help you relax in front of the camera and bond with your photographer—which means you’ll feel confident and natural on the actual wedding day. By the end, you’ll have a beautiful set of romantic images that also become perfect save-the-dates, guestbook prints, or slideshow features at the reception. (And yes—we'll travel to nearby scenic spots, from Lodhi Gardens to Hauz Khas or even nearby farmhouses, if you dream of countryside shots.)

Mehendi & Haldi Coverage

No gaudy rite is left unchronicled. The Mehendi and Haldi ceremonies are fun and vibrant, making them the perfect time for candid art. We’re everywhere: shooting the bride’s hands getting decorated with intricate henna, uncles teasing the groom with dance and the bride breaking into a shy grin as petals fall. We talk about the many rich tones: the lush reds and oranges of the mehendi decor and the brilliant yellow of the Haldi turmeric. Every laugh, every smudge of paste, every sibling coloring the bride’s face is a frame you’ll want to see again.

“Haldi is full of bright colors and joy,” We’ll shoot the bride during her playful turmeric and garlands shots to catch the energy and the sunlight. We captured so many moments during events such as Haldi, mehendi, and sangeet… We did not leave a moment that could be captured. The end product is a vibrant photo—close-ups of designs on the bride’s hands, impromptu dance circles at the mehendi, and all the candid shenanigans in between. These images are often the most fun, and they do exude the joy and color of your festivities.

Luxury Editing & Album Design

Magic continues in the editing room after the wedding. We carefully color correct and artfully enhance each shot, creating a cohesive, luxury look throughout your entire gallery. Add warm golden glows and rich shadows to your photos for that fine-art feel. Every time you flip through your album, it should be like reading a beautiful photo story. We don’t rush this – our editors take care to balance tones and remove any distractions so every image looks polished and premium.

We consider our albums family heirlooms. We create and print luxury albums that display the glory of your wedding. We make books that are meant to last, using archival-grade papers, thin lay-flat spreads, and richly vibrant inks. These are not off the shelf—each layout is custom-designed to weave your pictures into a flowing story. A well-made album is a “time capsule” of the day that “lasts for decades,” as the Upasna Studio Photography wedding guide puts it. When you invest in one of our designer albums, you get a museum-quality keepsake—one you and your descendants will flip through for years to come.

Transparency of pricing

Wedding photography packages are typically based on hours of coverage, team size, and final deliverables with custom proposals for celebrations that require more days, more locations, or a more comprehensive film edit.

From Rs 45,000

Great for small parties and single event coverage. Includes a small team, a few hours of coverage, and beautifully edited photos.

Premium for couples looking for candid photography, cinematic video, and more comprehensive event coverage across all functions. More team, more hours, more deliverables.

Luxury (for multi-day weddings, luxury venues, families who want everything documented in detail) Includes a larger team, more coverage, wedding films, bridal portraits, albums, and extras.

Custom Packages Available No two weddings are the same, so we customize the final quote to your dates, functions, venue, and coverage style.

Why Couples Choose Us

We are not just photographers; we are storytellers with decades of experience, and couples entrust us with their happiest memories. With 25+ years of experience with timing, lighting, and logistics, nothing will be a surprise on your day. We hear your story and tailor our approach to your vision. Our couples often say our team is like friends at the wedding, gently guiding you with gentle direction and lots of laughter. First and foremost, we are about real feelings. "We don't just take pretty pictures. We tell your love story. By capturing tears, laughter, stolen glances, and warm hugs, our images have an authentic, timeless quality. Whether it’s a spontaneous smile during the ceremony or a joke shared at the baraat, we are always prepared with our camera so that you can relive the moment every time you flip through your album.

We use the best equipment and our editor’s eye to take care of every detail. Our editing style is luxurious and premium: we color-grade with warm golden tones and rich shadows to give each shot a polished, cinematic look. What does this translate to? A gallery of photos that looks like a spread from a high-end wedding magazine—rich, dramatic, and full of movement. Our couples love that film-like feel, knowing their memories will be grand and timeless. We use professional cameras, lighting, and even drones, so your pictures are crisp and vibrant even in difficult light. Quality is our promise, from the gear we use to the heirloom albums we create. Finally, we pride ourselves on reliability; we are always on time, easy to work with, and deliver your finished photos and films promptly. The reviews are all 5-star because you’ll FEEL how your wedding FELT, not just how it looked.

Wedding Stories & Real Emotions

Your wedding is a mosaic of moments—the happy, the poignant, and everything in between. We strive to capture each one in all its authenticity. Think of your album as a movie of memories, and we are the directors behind the lens. We preserve the nervous glance before the first look, the proud parent’s tearful smile during pheras, and the unplanned hug between old friends at the reception. A newlywed couple we worked with described our approach perfectly: “Jatin and his team put their heart and soul into our events… they didn’t leave a single moment that could be captured." This means we follow you through every ritual—from Haldi to bidai—documenting candid laughter and heartfelt tears alike.

We shoot warm, human, and never staged photographs. "If we have to, we will gently guide you into a pose, but by and large we let you be and let your real emotions play out naturally. For instance, we can record in vivid color the bride’s exuberant dance at a Punjabi wedding or the playful teasing of a Sikh baraat. During a peaceful Hindu temple ceremony, we capture that radiant smile on the bride’s face, and during a Christian reception, we document all of the impromptu dance moves and congratulatory hugs. This is exactly such a tender frame. The couple forgot the camera and lost themselves in each other. These are the shots couples love—unposed, happy, and painfully real.

We believe photography is about the feel, not just the pose. Each picture and video clip is treated like a movie still – lit for emotion, composed with care. Whether it’s the passionate moment in a South Indian temple or the spontaneous group selfie at the sangeet, we catch it so that decades from now, you’ll still laugh and cry at every turn of the page.

Venue & Luxury Wedding Locations Nearby

Vasant Kunj boasts of a posh, upscale vibe, and the venues here are no less luxurious. Imagine your wedding vows at The Grand New Delhi, amidst its sprawling 14000+ sq. ft. gardens or its vast grand ballroom, a palatial resort setting. Imagine your reception at Radisson Blu Plaza, where the huge interiors and the lavish halls make your party a timeless event, or at the JW Marriott Aerocity, where the massive pillarless banquet hall can accommodate hundreds in cinematic style. Even the nearby Novotel New Delhi Aerocity has one of the largest ballrooms in the NCR region, perfect for big celebrations. In Vasant Kunj itself, there is five-star comfort on offer at the Holiday Inn New Delhi Int’l Airport and Jaypee Vasant Continental, a shining example of international sophistication in the Diplomatic Enclave.

Our couples also love Delhi’s elegant farmhouses and banquet halls. You might choose a rustic yet refined setting like Manaktala Farms by Ambria or Saroj Jain Vatika, where the Aravalli foothills lend a golden backdrop. We’ve shot dreamy ceremonies at Spara Boutique Resort’s sprawling lawns just 20 minutes from the airport, and we’re at ease on properties like Mallu Farm, with its Bali Poolside or Hawaiian Glasshouse. Even intimate venues like OXMO or Cherish Ballrooms near Ambience Mall feel vibrant under our lenses. In short, whether your wedding is in a grand hotel, an ornate banquet hall, or a lush Delhi farmhouse, we use every space’s best features and natural light to craft stunning imagery. The pool and grounds of The Grand are just one example of how we turn your luxury venue into a fairytale backdrop. No corner of your chosen venue is overlooked—from architectural arches framing the bride during pheras to sunset silhouettes on open lawns; we make each location part of your story.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What makes your photography “candid” and “cinematic”? We shoot your wedding as it happens, blending into the background. This means we capture real smiles and tears, not forced poses. Our cinematic style uses creative lighting and movement, so images feel like movie stills.
• Do you cover Punjabi/South-Indian/Sikh/Christian weddings? Absolutely! We have deep experience with all communities. Each ceremony has its own traditions, and we respect and highlight them – from the choreography of a Punjabi dance to the hymns of a Christian church ritual.
• Can you film our wedding too? Yes – our team includes skilled cinematographers. We offer highlight films, full-length documentaries, and social-media teasers, all shot in 4K. We’ll be there during every event (from mehendi to reception) and then edit it into a beautiful cinematic wedding film.
• What’s included in a wedding package? Our packages are flexible. Generally, they cover multi-day shooting, two photographers, and one or two videographers. We include everything from engagement shoots to full wedding day coverage and editing. Every final edited photo and video is delivered in high resolution. We also offer a variety of add-ons: bridal portraits, drone footage, extra albums, etc. (If you’d like specifics, we’ll tailor a quote to your needs.)
• Are you available for Vasant Kunj weddings? Yes! We’re based in Delhi NCR, and we shoot many weddings across Vasant Kunj and nearby areas. We know the local venues (The Grand, Radisson Blu, nearby farmhouses like JK Royal, etc.) and their lighting, so we can hit the ground running. No matter where you’re celebrating—a hotel ballroom, a luxury farm, or a home—we'll arrive early to scout the best spots.
• How do we book Upasna Studio Photography? Just reach out via call or email. We’ll schedule a quick chat to understand your vision. If we feel like a good fit, we’ll reserve your date and start planning. We take on a limited number of weddings per year so we can give each couple full attention – if you love our style, we recommend booking early.

Ready to Tell Your Love Story?

Your wedding day will be over in a happy blink—let us capture every treasured detail. At Upasna Studio Photography, we put our heart in your story. We would be delighted to be a part of your dream wedding if you are planning it in Vasant Kunj or Delhi NCR. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us create a cinematic, heartfelt collection of images and films that you will cherish forever. We’re here to make your love unforgettable with the luxury wedding photography it deserves.