The Unscripted Diaries

16/03/2026

Every Indian haldi starts with the same lie. So did this one…throwback to 2023

Someone from the family looks at us and says,
“Bas thoda sa haldi lagayenge.”

As photographers, we want that sentence to be a lie. 😄

Within minutes Radhaey & Kunal were surrounded by cousins, bowls of haldi started appearing from nowhere, people were laughing, shouting, attacking… and the whole place turned into pure haldi chaos. 💛

And this is exactly why we love haldi ceremonies.
Nothing is staged, nothing is controlled; it’s just families being their most real, messy, joyful selves.

These are the moments you can’t plan.
You just have to be ready to capture them.

Tag the friend in your gang who would definitely start the haldi attack.

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03/03/2026

I did this so you don’t have to.
Here are strong, practical DON’Ts for your wedding day.
Avoid these common mistakes ✨

❌ 1. Don’t wear pretty shoes just because they’re pretty.

Comfortable footwear is non-negotiable.
If you have a shoe bite or aching feet, you won’t enjoy your wedding and it shows in your posture and expressions.

❌ 2. Don’t start portraits before your makeup is completely finished.

Half-done hair, unblended contour, lipstick pending, it doesn’t look good in pictures.
“Getting ready” portraits were trending once. Not anymore.

❌ 3. Don’t experiment with a new makeup style on your wedding day.

Your wedding is not a trial.
Do a proper makeup trial beforehand and stick to what truly suits you. Don’t go for n**e lipstick if they don’t suit you. Stick to your colours.

❌ 4. Don’t ignore outfit fitting.

If your blouse is too tight, sleeves restrict movement, or your dupatta keeps slipping; you will look uncomfortable.
Comfort always photographs better.

❌ 5. Don’t schedule outdoor portraits in harsh afternoon sunlight.

Midday light creates harsh shadows, squinting, and unflattering angles.
Plan around better light windows.

❌ 6. Don’t delay portraits until “after guests leave.”

Energy drops. Makeup fades. Outfit shifts. You get tired.
Prime portrait time is before the chaos begins.

Because bridal portraits are not just about posing;
they’re about preparation. ✨

Save this. Share this with a bride-to-be.
Your future album will thank you. 💛

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02/03/2026

Everyone wants a good bridal portrait, but no one tells you how to actually get one.

Here’s a simple list of DO’s & DON’Ts every bride should save ✨
Save this for your wedding 📌

✅ DO’s

1. Have a properly planned timeline.
Make sure your schedule includes dedicated time for portraits after makeup and before your entry.
This is when your makeup is fresh, outfit is perfect, energy is high, and stress is low; the best window for bridal portraits.

2. Trust your photographer.
You hired them for their eye. Let them guide you, that’s when the magic happens.

3. Breathe. Slow down. Delegate.
You should not be thinking about planning and processes on your wedding day.
Calm brides photograph beautifully. Panic always shows.

4. Wear outfits you actually feel confident in.
Comfort = confidence = better pictures.
Trends are great, but don’t follow them blindly.

❌ DON’Ts

1. Don’t over-pose.
Stiff poses kill emotion. Natural always wins.

2. Don’t let 20 people direct you.
Too many opinions = chaos + confusion + bad photos.

3. Don’t keep checking the mirror.
Confidence photographs better than perfection.

4. Don’t rush the process.
Great portraits need patience, not panic.

5. Don’t blindly copy Pinterest.
Use it for references, not replication.
Your story > trends.

Because great bridal portraits are not posed, they’re felt. ✨

Tag a bride-to-be. Save this. Share this.
Your future wedding album will thank you 💛

27/02/2026

Usually, the wedding day is all about the bride.
But this groom deserves a moment.
Because he handles the highest level of crazy calmly, lovingly, daily.
Only fair we give him some attention…..before you swipe and watch the crazy woman absolutely slay 😄✨

Because behind every crazy bride is a man who calmly handles it all 😄

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22/02/2026

Some weddings you shoot. Some weddings you feel. ❤️
Photographing Amrita’s wedding with Shreyas was pure emotion. Chaos meeting calm, laughter meeting love, madness meeting magic; and it helps when the bride is your best friend. Every moment, every hug, every smile felt deeply personal. This one will forever stay close to my heart; as a photographer, and as a friend.

Stay tuned as I spam the Instagram with pictures I fell in love with (I will try not to share the whole album, but no promises 🤣)

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Photography

20/02/2026

Shaadi with Haldi ka Tadka! 🌶️

Because the best haldi moments aren’t posed.
They’re dipped, splashed, laughed, hugged, and lived. 😂

Amrita & Shreyas’ haldi was pure chaos, pure love, and full-power masti; the kind that leaves your cheeks aching from smiling and your heart feeling full. It also helps when the bride is your best friend. Getting to capture her wedding will always be a highlight for us. ❤️

This is what we love capturing -
Unscripted moments, unscripted madness, unscripted memories.

Save this for your haldi moodboard 💫
And tag your gang who’ll create this kind of chaos for you 😄

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19/02/2026

Some weddings you shoot. Some weddings you feel. ❤️
Photographing Amrita’s wedding with Shreyas was pure emotion. Chaos meeting calm, laughter meeting love, madness meeting magic; and it helps when the bride is your best friend. Every moment, every hug, every smile felt deeply personal. This one will forever stay close to my heart; as a photographer, and as a friend.

Stay tuned as I spam the Instagram with pictures I fell in love with (I will try not to share the whole album, but no promises 🤣)

Bride
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Venue
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MUA .hihii

28/11/2025