Groom enters for wedding, Orissa

In this video you can see the groom entering for the marriage ceremony in Orissa, India. It is an important ritual performed by Hindus to welcome the groom by the bride’s family.

The groom arrives at the house of the bride in a well decorated car and in traditional dressing style. The bride’s family, especially father, mother and the brother welcomes the groom.

A procession with percussions is a highlight of this occasion. It is very interesting to watch these rituals.