Get ready to feel a twinge of envy as Rihanna graces the Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant wedding with a private performance, transforming the three-day pre-wedding celebration at the Ambani Estate in Jamnagar, Gujarat, into a star-studded event. Scheduled from March 1 to 3, this extravagant affair precedes the official nuptials set for July. Anant Ambani, the youngest scion of Reliance Chairman Mukesh Ambani, is joining hands with Radhika Merchant, the daughter of pharmaceutical magnate Viren Merchant.
The guest list is a veritable who’s who of the global elite, featuring not only Bollywood’s top-tier celebrities but also tech titans like Bill Gates (Microsoft), Mark Zuckerberg (Meta), Disney CEO Bob Iger, Ivanka Trump, Qatar Premier Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, and the royal couple of Bhutan. In addition to the much-anticipated performance by Rihanna, the distinguished guests will be treated to captivating acts by Arijit Singh, Diljit Dosanjh, Pritam, Hariharan, and Ajay-Atul at the extravagant celebration. This is not the first time the Ambanis have spared no expense in bringing world-renowned musicians to their family weddings, creating unforgettable moments.
Rihanna’s fee for private performances remains undisclosed, including her appearance at Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani’s event. Despite the undisclosed figure, industry reports have estimated a range for the musician’s customary charges for such exclusive events. According to these reports, Rihanna typically demands anywhere from $1.5 million (Rs 12 crore) to $8 million (Rs 66 crore) for her participation in private gatherings.
Beyoncé, the Queen Bey herself, graced Udaipur in 2018 for Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal’s sangeet ceremony, lighting up the stage with her iconic performance. Reportedly charging around $4 million (Rs 33 crore), Beyoncé’s presence and two stunning outfits by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla and Falguni and Shane Peacock made it an unforgettable night.
Chris Martin enchanted guests at the winter-wonderland-themed pre-wedding bash for Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta in St. Moritz. While the exact fee remains undisclosed, Celebrity Talent Information lists Martin’s base booking fee for private performances at $9,999 (approximately Rs 8 crore).
Maroon 5, led by Adam Levine, performed at Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta’s Mangal Parv ceremony in Mumbai in 2019. The band reportedly charged $1-1.5 million (Rs 8 crore – Rs 12 crore) for delivering an electrifying performance that had everyone dancing to their hits.
John Legend’s soul-stirring performance at Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal’s engagement ceremony in Lake Como, Italy, added magic to the night. While his exact remuneration remains undisclosed, the acclaimed singer typically charges about $1 million (Rs 8 crore), excluding travel and production costs, for a private wedding performance, making it a magical night amid the stunning backdrop of Lake Como.
