Indian People interpret marriage in terms of one's sacred step in one's spiritual growth. It is not contractual as in many ways religious. The wife is considered to be ardhangini, a part of her husband, literally meaning 'half of the body'. No religious ritual can be performed by a man without his wife.
Most of the people marry within their community only. Matches are tried to be made by word of mouth among known people. If it doesn't work only then, advertisement in the newspapers or marriage bureau.
Bridal Wear: The dress code for the bride is a saree - mostly a red one or any other similar bright color. She would wear gold and pearl jewellery. Pearl is exceptional as it is a Hyderabadi specialty. The bride would also wear flowers in hair.
Groom's Attire: The grooms of Andhra Pradesh wear the South Indian dhoti and a shirt in their style only. In case the groom is Brahmin, he would not wear the shirt during marriage
Muhurtam: Muhurtam is a ceremony where in an auspicious period of the day is chosen for the marriage.
Music & Dance: During the marriage especially, Carnatic music is being played in the entire period when the marriage is going on. And Nadaswaram is being specially played. Also, tunes of classical songs pertaining to the various rituals are played at the appropriate times.
Cuisine: A feast with a special pachadi made of several ingredients like neem leaves, jaggery, bananas, sugar cane and tamarind. So many special items on marriage ceremony.
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