India, Dec. 16 -- Eight years ago, Bollywood star Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat Kohli redefined the Indian wedding landscape with a level of secrecy rarely seen in high-profile circles. The couple tied the knot in Italy in December 2017, keeping the entire event under wraps, no leaks, no media frenzy, and no advance rumours. The announcement took fans and the entertainment industry by surprise and remains a watershed moment in the evolution of Indian weddings.

Reflecting on the extraordinary confidentiality of the ceremony, celebrity wedding planner Devika Narain spoke about the meticulous planning that went into executing the event. In an interview for a wedding wear brand, filmmaker Karan Johar likened the wedding to a "secret mis...