Neeraj Chopra Ties the Knot: A Unique Blend of Love and Arranged Marriage
Neeraj Chopra, India’s Golden Boy and two-time Olympic medallist, has tied the knot with tennis player-turned-sports management graduate Himani Mor in an intimate mountain wedding. The 27-year-old javelin thrower took to social media to share pictures from the dreamy ceremony, which was attended only by close family members.
A Chance Meeting in the USA
According to Neeraj’s uncle, Surendra Chopra, the couple met in the USA, and after seeking permission from their families, they decided to get married. This unique blend of love and arranged marriage has been making headlines, with many praising the couple’s commitment to each.
A Private and Intimate Ceremony
The three-day wedding celebrations, organized by Surendra Chopra, took place in Himachal Pradesh from January 14 to 16. Interestingly, even the ‘pandit’ who officiated the wedding was unaware of Neeraj’s identity, adding to the private and intimate nature of the ceremony.
A Heartening Gesture
In a heartening gesture, Neeraj and his family refused to accept any dowry for the marriage, instead taking a token amount of 1 INR as ‘shagun’. Neeraj’s uncle stated, “We have always been against the practice of dowry. Our family doesn’t believe in the concept of dowry.”
Who is Himani Mor?
Himani Mor, Neeraj’s bride, is a talented tennis player and sports management graduate from the USA. She has represented Delhi University at the national level and has also participated in international tennis competitions.
Neeraj Chopra’s Wedding Photos Send Internet into Frenzy
In a whirlwind few minutes, India’s Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra’s wedding photos catapulted his bride, Himani, to national attention. After Chopra shared the photos on social media at 9:34 pm, Google Trends went into overdrive, with millions of people searching for answers about the mysterious Himani.
Himani’s Impressive Tennis Credentials
It turns out that Himani is a talented tennis player in her own right. Himani’s impressive tennis credentials don’t stop there. She represented India at the World University Tennis Championships in Taiwan in 2017-18, making her the only female player from her state to participate in the prestigious tournament.
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