MEERUT, Nov. 19 -- International javelin thrower Annu Rani and kickboxer Sahil Bhardwaj tied the knot in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday, but the grand ceremony quickly turned controversial after a video showing the couple allegedly firing shots into the air went viral. The wedding, meant to celebrate their union with family, friends, and fellow sportspersons, drew widespread attention for its lavish rituals and the celebratory firing that prompted police action.

Annu arrived in a traditional red lehenga, while Sahil greeted her and led her to the stage, going down on one knee to present a bouquet. The couple allegedly fired two rounds into the air, exchanged garlands, and completed the customary seven rounds, with Sahil tossing bundle...