Riddhi & Angad’s Indian Wedding at Old Thorns Hotel – A Day to Remember

Some weddings have energy… and then there was this one. Riddhi and Angad’s day at Old Thorns Hotel genuinely took me by surprise — in the best possible way. What began as a calm, beautiful morning quickly evolved into one of the liveliest, most dance-filled celebrations I’ve ever filmed.

Morning Calm, Evening Fire

The day began with the classic rituals: Riddhi getting ready, her details captured with love and care; and with Angad, the morning rituals with his family — warm, intimate, meaningful. The air felt calm, respectful, and traditional.

Once those rituals concluded, something changed. Almost like someone flipped a switch — the entire wedding party morphed into pro dancers. Angad’s entrance turned into a full-on dance performance that carried straight through to the mandap. The mood shifted from quiet ritual to electric celebration. Reel of the priest having some fun with the couple: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelondonvideographer/video/7548410604629822742

When Riddhi made her entrance, she was resplendent — and the crowd went wild. Naturally, that triggered another dance frenzy. In that moment, I knew this wouldn’t be a standard wedding video. This was a celebration with soul.

Throughout the ceremony, both families kept seizing any chance they got to dance — a joyous breakdown of tradition and formality, and a pure embrace of celebration.

The Perfect Backdrop: Old Thorns Hotel & Resort

Old Thorns Hotel & Resort — nestled in 400 acres of Hampshire countryside — made a beautiful setting for this wedding. With a variety of licensed ceremony and reception spaces ranging from intimate suites to grand ballrooms, it offers the flexibility many couples need — whether you’re planning a small family affair or a large celebration.

For this wedding, the hotel’s versatile layout and open-space options worked beautifully. The mix of indoor elegance and potential outdoor charm suited the vibrant, festive vibe — ideal for an Asian wedding blending ritual, tradition, and modern dance-party energy.

Couple’s Shoot & Evening Vibes

After the ceremony we moved into the couple’s shoot — and wow, Riddhi and Angad smashed it. They knew exactly what they wanted and delivered with charm, confidence, and chemistry. Those shots will age beautifully, whether in a highlight reel or full-feature.

As evening rolled in, the speeches began — and quickly turned into a roast of Angad. Poor man, but he took it like an absolute champ. The room was in stitches from start to finish. You can catch a taste of that in the comedic preview here: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelondonvideographer/video/7550650812616248578

Then came their choreographed first dance — elegant and emotional — followed by the descent into full party mode. Drinks flowing, the dance floor packed, music bumping, guests vibing until late.

Why This Wedding Was More Than a Job — It Was an Experience

Honestly? This wasn’t just work for me. It was an experience. With Old Thorns as the backdrop, a couple who knew what they wanted, and families unafraid to dance, laugh and roast — it felt like I was capturing more than a wedding: I was capturing a memory for life.

Thank you, Riddhi and Angad, for letting me be a part of your story. What a ride.

📍 For Couples Planning a Wedding in Hampshire/South East / Asian Wedding Videography

If you’re looking for a venue for your Asian wedding in the Hampshire, Surrey or wider South-East area, Old Thorns Hotel & Resort is worth a serious look. With its combination of scenic countryside, flexible indoor and outdoor spaces (from intimate suites to grand ballrooms to charming gardens), it caters beautifully to weddings of all sizes.

As a wedding videographer specialising in Asian weddings and South-East UK weddings, I often recommend venues like Old Thorns when couples want:

• A blend of tradition plus party/dance vibes

• Convenient overnight accommodation for guests

• Flexible ceremony & reception spaces (indoor/outdoor)

• A backdrop that works well on film — scenic, elegant, and photogenic