The venue for the Mehendi and Sangeet is a dreamy, royal-style hall adorned with strings of fairy lights, jasmine garlands, and chandeliers. The room is alive with music, chatter, and the occasional teasing laugh. Women in vibrant lehengas and men in sherwanis add to the festive mood.

Prachi, dressed in a bottle-green lehenga with pink blouse and intricate mirror work, is seated on a decorated chair as the mehendi artist applies elaborate designs on her hands. The air smells of fresh henna and roses. Ranbir, wearing a deep blue sherwani with gold detailing, stands in the corner with Aryan, pretending to be disinterested, but his eyes are glued to Prachi.

Prachi (teasing the artist):

"Mehendi ka design thoda unique hona chahiye... aur naam toh chhupana zaroori hai. Ranbir ko challenge karna hai (Mehendi design should be a little unique...and it is important to hide the name. Ranbir needs a challenge.)" 

The artist nods with a smile and begins to draw an intricate design, expertly hiding Ranbir's name. Meanwhile, Ranbir walks up to Prachi and leans down casually.

Ranbir (softly):

"Toh naam chhupake mere saath khel khel rahi ho, haan(So you are playing games with me by hiding your name, yes?)"

Prachi (grinning):

"Khel? Bilkul nahi. Bas dekhte hain tum kitne intelligent ho(Game? No way. Just let's see how intelligent you are.)" 

Ranbir smirks and sits on the armrest of her chair, folding his arms.

Ranbir (playfully):

"Toh ab dekhna, Prachi. Tumhare haath ke kone kone mein dhundhunga apna naam. Aur tum mujhe rok nahi sakti (So now see, Prachi. I will search for my name in every corner of your hand. and you can't stop me.)" 

Sahana, dressed in a midnight blue lehenga, sees Ranbir's focused gaze and decides to stir the pot.

Sahana (loudly):

"Prachi, yeh mehendi kaafi sundar lag rahi hai. Lekin Ranbir ko lagta hai woh naam dhundh lega? Tum bas kisi aur ka naam likhwa lo (Prachi, this mehendi looks very beautiful. But does Ranbir think he will find the name? You just write someone else's name!)"

Everyone laughs, including Aryan, who is standing beside her.

Ranbir (narrowing his eyes at Sahana):

"Aur tum toh Prachi ki best friend ho, na? Mujhse dosti karni chahiye, warna iska nuksaan tumhare naye dost Aryan ko hoga (And you are Prachi's best friend, right? You should be friends with me, otherwise your new friend Aryan will suffer.)" 

Aryan looks confused, but Sahana catches the tease and blushes slightly.

As the mehendi sets, the Sangeet performances begin. Prachi deliberately pulls a light-hearted prank on Ranbir. She allows a childhood friend, Neil, to spin her around during the dance performance.

Ranbir watches from the side, his jaw tightening. Prachi, catching his reaction, gives Neil a little extra attention, smiling coyly.

Ranbir (to Aryan, muttering):

"Yeh kya ho raha hai? Prachi toh ekdum chill hai, aur main yahan jal raha hoon(What is this happening? Prachi is so chill, and I am burning here.)" 

Aryan (teasingly):

"Ranbir, jealousy ka toh tumse zyada stylish koi expression nahi kar sakta(Ranbir, no one can express jealousy more stylishly than you!)"

Ranbir storms onto the dance floor, interrupting Prachi and Neil's moment. He pulls Prachi aside gently but firmly.

Ranbir takes Prachi to a quieter corner of the venue, the fairy lights casting a golden glow on them. He grabs her wrist lightly, his voice a mix of irritation and possessiveness.

Ranbir (seriously):

"Yeh kya kar rahi ho, Prachi? Tumhe pata hai na mujhe yeh sab bilkul pasand nahi hai(What are you doing, Prachi? You know I don't like all this at all!)" 

Prachi (feigning innocence):

"Kya kiya maine? Neil toh mera purana dost hai(What did I do? Neil is my old friend.)" 

Ranbir (narrowing his eyes):

"Dost? Tumhe pata hai mujhe kitni jalti hai jab tum kisi aur ke saath itna smile karti ho(Friend? Do you know how jealous I am when you smile so much with someone else?)" 

Prachi (teasing):

"Jalne ki kya baat hai, Ranbir? Tum toh mere sabse special ho(What is there to be jealous about, Ranbir? You are my most special one.)" 

Ranbir pulls her closer, their faces just inches apart.

Ranbir (softly but intensely):

"Sabse special? Toh yeh sab drama kyun? Tum jaanti ho, Prachi, mujhe tumhare bina ek second bhi acha nahi lagta (Most special? So why all this drama? You know, Prachi, I don't feel good without you even for a second.)" 

Prachi tries to move away, but Ranbir holds her waist, stopping her.

Prachi (blushing but sternly):

"Ranbir, sab log dekh rahe honge(Ranbir, everyone will be watching.)" 

Ranbir (grinning, leaning closer):

"Toh dekhne do. Main apni biwi se baat kar raha hoon (So let them see. I'm talking to my wife.)" 

The Sangeet begins with a grand stage set in the center of the venue, surrounded by dazzling lights, LED screens, and a cheering crowd. Every family member and friend is ready to set the stage on fire with their performances. The evening is a perfect blend of emotions, drama, romance, and some fierce dance battles! Let's dive into the performances, character introductions, and epic choreography.

Opening Performance: Prachi's Grand Introduction

Song: "Mehndi Hai Rachnewali" (Zubeidaa, 2001)

(Ignore the Sorrow)

https://youtu.be/ZTpxYgX6RPU

Prachi enters the stage gracefully, wearing a pastel pink and green lehenga. Her steps are elegant, starting with delicate hand movements as she twirls on stage. The family forms a semi-circle around her, clapping to the rhythm.

"Mehndi hai rachnewali

Haathon mein gehri lali

Kahe sakhiyan ab kaliyan haathon mein khilnewali hai

Tere mann ko jeevan ko nayi khushiyan milnewali hai"

She slowly spins with her dupatta flowing in the air.

"O hariyali banno, le jaana tujhko guiyan

Aane wale hai saiyan

Thaamenge aake baiyan

Goonjegi shehnayi angnayi angnayi"

Classic Indian mudras while walking towards the audience.

"Mehndi hai rachnewali

Haathon mein gehri lali

Kahe sakhiyan ab kaliyan haathon mein khilnewali hai

Tere mann ko jeevan ko nayi khushiyan milnewali hai"

The lights dim slightly, focusing entirely on Prachi, who smiles shyly but looks stunning. Ranbir watches her from the crowd, his eyes full of admiration. Aryan nudges him, teasingly.

Aryan:

"Yaar, Ranbir, iss duniya mein tu lucky hai. Prachi toh ekdum heroine lag rahi hai(Man, Ranbir, you are lucky in this world. Prachi is looking like a heroine!)" 

Ranbir's Rockstar Entry

Song: "Bachna Ae Haseeno" (Bachna Ae Haseeno, 2008)

https://youtu.be/bh2O4oyB1UM

Suddenly, the stage transforms into a rock concert setup with electric guitars and flashing strobe lights. Ranbir bursts onto the stage wearing a leather jacket over his sherwani, strumming an electric guitar, and hyping the crowd.

"Bachna ae haseeno

Lo main aa gaya

Aye bachna ae haseeno

Lo mein aa gaya"

Air guitar moves, headbanging in sync with the music.

"Husn ka aashiq

Husn ka dushman

Apni ada hai yaaron se juda

Hey ... ho!"

Swag-filled jumps and punches in the air, engaging the audience.

Bachna ae haseeno

Lo main aa gaya

Aye bachna ae haseeno

Lo mein aa gaya

He ends by dramatically throwing off the jacket, revealing a stylish sherwani underneath.

 "Woh Kisna Hai" (Kisna, 2005)

https://youtu.be/awciNTUNY3w

Surya and Bhoomi take the stage along with other elder family members. The choreography is elegant and traditional, celebrating family unity.

"Joh hai albela madnaino wala

Jiski deewani brij ki har baala

Woh Kisna hai

Woh Kisna hai"

Classical moves with flowing arm gestures and coordinated group steps.

"Woh Kisna hai

Woh Kisna hai Kisna hai

Joh hai albela madnaino wala

Jiski deewani brij ki har baala"

Playful moments where Bhoomi twirls a dupatta around Surya, making the audience laugh.

Woh Kisna hai

Woh Kisna hai

Woh Kisna hai Kisna hai

 "Tera Hone Laga Hoon" (Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani, 2009)

My favourite:

https://youtu.be/rTuxUAuJRyY

The lights dim, and a spotlight falls on Prachi standing on one side of the stage. Ranbir strides toward her, extending his hand. As the soft guitar chords start, they share a warm glance and begin their romantic duet.

"Shining in the setting sun

Like a pearl up on the ocean

Come and feel me, girl feel me

Shining in the setting sun

Like a pearl up on the ocean

Come and heal me, girl heal me

Thinking about the love in making

And the life we're sharing

Come and feel me, girl feel me"

Prachi does graceful twirls as Ranbir walks in a semi-circle around her, mirroring her movements.

"Hua joh tu bhi mera mera

Tera joh iqraar hua

Toh kyun na main bhi keh doon keh doon

Hua mujhe bhi pyar hua"

Ranbir lifts Prachi gently as she extends her arms like wings, symbolizing trust.

"Tera hone laga hoon

Khone laga hoon

Jab se mila hoon"

Slow ballroom-style swaying with intricate hand movements and synchronized spins.

"Tera hone laga hoon

Khone laga hoon

Jab se mila hoon"

Ranbir playfully brushes a strand of hair off Prachi's face during the performance, leaning in to whisper:

Ranbir (softly):

"Tujhse zyada khubsurat mehendi aur koi pehen hi nahi sakta, Mrs. Prachi Ranbir Kohli(No one can wear more beautiful mehendi than you, Prachi Ranbir Kohli.)" 

Prachi blushes deeply but continues dancing, trying not to meet his intense gaze.

The audience claps wildly as the Sangeet concludes with a spectacular firework display, setting the tone for the upcoming wedding.