The successful event was ideated and led by Shyam Kumar, General Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Agra
DoubleTree by Hilton in Agra recently hosted the inaugural “Wedding Diaries by Hilton show” marking a significant milestone for Hilton India. This star-studded event illuminated the city of Agra with the presence of celebrities such as Shilpa Shetty, Mallika Arora, Sobhita Dhulipala, Diana Penty and over 30 supermodels who graced the runway for some of India’s top designers.
The show, meticulously curated by the DoubleTree by Hilton Agra team, featured exclusive creations from four esteemed designers. This event is hailed as one of the grandest wedding shows in recent memory, and it was a historic moment for Agra, the city of love and home to the iconic Taj Mahal, to host an event of such magnitude. In addition to the glamorous celebrity presence, the show received the artistic touch of leading designers like Paulmi & Harsh, Gopi Vaid, Varun Bahl, and Aslam Khan, who also served as the show’s curator alongside DoubleTree by Hilton Agra. The show was curated by One Infinite.
Shyam Kumar, General Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Agra, played a pivotal role in driving and curating the event. His leadership and innovative thinking have not only benefited the hotel but have also had a positive impact on the Agra community. Speaking about the event’s resounding success, Kumar shared, “DoubleTree by Hilton Agra has consistently hosted engaging events and campaigns. I am proud to say that we have made history with the immense success of Wedding Diaries by Hilton. Agra had the privilege of witnessing luminaries like Shilpa Shetty, Malaika Arora, Sobhita Dhulipala and many others grace the runway, along with four top fashion designers and 30 supermodels from the industry.”
The evening’s star attractions, Shilpa Shetty and Malaika Arora, showcased their elegance on the runway in comfortable yet stylish footwear by Oroh Shoes and adorned with exquisite jewellery from AP Jewellers. The show also hosted a two-day wedding exhibition, a dazzling showcase of premier wedding-related brands. It garnered tremendous success, drawing the huge presence of enthusiastic guests.
The event’s second day featured a wedding conclave, organised in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh Wedding Association, which welcomed prominent figures from the industry. Distinguished attendees included Mukesh K Meshram, Principal Secretary & Director General Tourism, Uttar Pradesh along with many renowned names from the wedding fraternity of Agra, Jaipur, Kanpur, Mathura etc.
“Wedding Diaries by Hilton” was also supported by the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department, further enriching the experience. These remarkable events, set against the romantic backdrop of Agra, aspire to position the city as an exceptional destination for grand destination weddings. Agra aims to become the preferred choice for large-scale weddings and events alike.
