You’ll be touching down at Chennai International Airport (MAA) — the gateway to all the festivities!
Absolutely! If you’re arriving on 16th, 17th, or 18th Feb via Singapore Airlines SQ524 (AM) or SQ528 (PM), we’ve got your ride covered. Just land, grab your bags, and look out for our welcoming faces!
Yes, you’ll need an Indian e-Visa valid for at least 6 months from your arrival.
🖱️ Apply online: indianvisaonline.gov.in
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No special jabs required — just your usual vaccinations will do. Pack your excitement, not worries!
Before 19th Feb: GRT Grand Chennai – a fab 5-star in the heart of the city, near food, shopping, and fun!
From 19th Feb: We move to Novotel OMR, where you'll be chauffeured to the wedding venues.
You can make your booking via this link:(https://www.eswarankeerthana.com/stay)
We’ve locked in great rates, but you'll need to book your own rooms via the provided link.https://eswarankeerthana.com/stay
You can! But do note, our transport services will only cover pickups from GRT Grand and Novotel OMR.
1) Haldi: ~40 mins
2) Wedding Ceremony: ~25 mins
3) Reception: ~20 mins
Meals will be provided from the 19th to the evening of the 21st as part of the wedding festivities. On the 22nd, guests can enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out
Yes! Sit back and relax:
- Airport pickups on 16th–18th Feb (SQ524 & SQ528 only)
- GRT Grand to Novotel transfer on 19th
- Daily rides to and from each event
- Airport drop on 22nd Feb
No worries! You can book an Uber, or contact local transport companies (links to be provided).
Yes — and super convenient! Use your SG number to log in. Tip: download the app before you fly and pre-schedule your ride!
Ladies – Dress to Impress!
Feel free to express your personal style there’s no fixed colour theme, so go bold, bright, and beautiful! Here’s what we recommend for each event:
Haldi Ceremony (19 Feb)
Suggested Attire: Lehenga
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Wedding Ceremony (20 Feb)
Suggested Attire: Saree
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Reception (21 Feb)
Suggested Attire: Party Saree / Lehenga / Western Evening Dress
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Gentlemen – Dapper & Traditional
Look sharp and festive! Here’s what we suggest for the gents:
Haldi Ceremony (19 Feb)
Suggested Attire: Kurta
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Wedding Ceremony (20 Feb)
Suggested Attire: Veshti & Shirt (traditional South Indian attire)
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Reception (21 Feb)
Suggested Attire: Garden Party Suit or Sherwani
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We highly encourage it for the Haldi and Wedding! Go full desi glam — it’s part of the fun!
T-Nagar and Pondy Bazaar in Chennai are fashion treasure troves.
If you're looking to buy traditional outfits in Chennai, head to these trusted spots:
Sarees, Lehengas, and General Indian Attire (T Nagar & Pondy Bazaar):
T-Nagar Shopping District – The heart of Chennai’s textile and saree shopping.
Pothys – Well-known for their traditional silk sarees.
Nalli Chinnasami Chetty – A heritage brand offering premium silk sarees.
RMKV Silks – Popular for wedding silk collections.
The Chennai Silks – Offers a wide variety of sarees and ready-to-wear Indian clothing.
Vara Mahalakshmi Silks (Pondy Bazaar) – Known for bridal and festive wear.
Men’s Traditional Wear:
Ramraj Cotton (Pondy Bazaar) – Specializes in veshtis, kurtas, and shirts.
Jewelry & Accessories:
Pondy Bazaar – Great for affordable faux jewelry, bangles, and accessories.
1)Search for a reputable service provider on Instagram. Look through their portfolio, reviews, and availability.
2)Contact them with your preferred date(s): 19th, 20th, or 21st February.
3)Share the location details: Novotel OMR, IT Expressway, Opp. Elcot SEZ, Sholinganallur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119, India
4)Make payment via bank transfer to their Indian account using your DBS app.
Confirm your booking once payment is made.
Haldi (19th) & Wedding (20th) – Veg-only deliciousnessReception (21st) – A grand mix of veg & non-veg
We’ll have veg and non-veg options. Vegan/halal/gluten-free? Reach out and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Stick to sealed bottled water — we’ll provide plenty!
Change your SGD to INR before you fly (Mustafa Centre is great!). You’ll need Rupees for shopping and tips.
Most big shops and malls accept them — just enable international spending first!
Excluding flights and hotel: about SGD 600 should cover food, fun, and fab finds!
Yes! Just activate roaming before departure.
Not easily. Best to stick with roaming for this short trip.
Yes in hotels, but probably not at outdoor venues — so download what you need beforehand.
Haldi: 19 Feb 2026, 1–6pm
Wedding: 20 Feb 2026, 7am–2pm
Reception: 21 Feb 2026, 5.30–10.30pm
Haldi : Villa Luna (ECR), Wedding: Agaram (Nallathannikulam), Reception: MGM Beach Resort (Muthukadu)
Only if you come early — consider arriving before 19th Feb if you’d like to explore.
Chennai will be sunny and warm — think Singapore but drier. Light fabrics, shades, and sunscreen are your best friends.
Charcoal pills, Panadol, lozenges, universal power adapter, power bank, and your party mood!
We’ve got your back:
- Concierge: +65 8968 7416
- Eswaran: +65 9455 0043
- Keerthana: +65 9877 7431
- Rekha: +65 9169 5956
Yes! Save +65 8968 7416 — all updates and info will come through this number.