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In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), Mittal wrote, "Dulha bhi khud ka, JioCinema bhi khud ka (Groom belongs to them, JioCinema also belongs to them). Should have broadcast 'The Shaadi', would have rivaled IPL ratings." This tongue-in-cheek remark suggested that broadcasting the wedding might have garnered viewership comparable to the Indian Premier League (IPL), one of the most-watched cricket tournaments in the country.
The Ambani wedding, which took place on July 12, was indeed a spectacle. Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Mukesh and Nita Ambani, tied the knot with Radhika Merchant in a lavish ceremony that drew a constellation of celebrities, cricketers, business moguls, and dignitaries. Even Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the event, blessing the newlyweds with his presence.
"For the 1st time in history, perhaps more than 1 b people have witnessed ‘a big fat indian wedding’ real-time and AI has recorded their reactions?? Its an epochal moment as an early eg. of a fast emerging global consciousness. Social media is Singularity masking as content?" he said.
Mittal's playful post sparked a variety of reactions from internet users. One person remarked, "Actually, people have become tired of the shaadi pranks that show filth in prosperity! It would have been a ratings disaster! Who wants to watch Justin Bieber compete with Orry? Sorry…." Anupam Mittal responded to this comment with a simple, "Really? Look around."
Another user humorously inquired, "http://Shaadi.com se hui hai, na yeh shadi? Sach Btana," to which Mittal did not respond, keeping the conversation light and engaging. A third user jested, "Streaming rights sold to Hotstar. Saadi ka paisa wasool," poking fun at the commercialization of such high-profile events.
The suggestion of televising the wedding comes amidst increasing interest in the private lives of the ultra-rich, and it reflects the ever-growing intersection of personal milestones and public entertainment. Such an event, given the Ambanis' prominence and the public's fascination with their opulent lifestyle, would undoubtedly have drawn massive viewership.
Anupam Mittal has been known for his intriguing posts and candid opinions. Recently, during Cannes 2024, he stirred the pot by commenting, "Earlier, only a few prominent names could attend Cannes. Now, anybody can attend the film festival." This post quickly garnered reactions from netizens, who speculated that he might be referring to his co-judge from Shark Tank India, Namita Thapar. One user commented, "Who are you taking a dig at? Next time tag, please." Another wrote, "Direct @namitathapar ko tag Karo, why this 'anybody' ka rona." A third user added, "The definition of who is considered to be famous has drastically changed, maybe that’s why!"
As Shark Tank India gears up for its fourth season, Mittal’s posts continue to create buzz and keep audiences engaged.
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