Whether you’re a die-hard fan of “Sid-Kiara” or just a lover of all things Bollywood, you’ve likely watched their viral wedding video more than once. But as it turns out, that cinematic moment—which effectively broke the internet—almost stayed locked away in a private gallery forever.
In a recent candid conversation on the show The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra, ace designer and close friend Manish Malhotra spilled the beans on the “untold story” behind the world’s favorite wedding reel.
The Secret Nudge: How Manish Malhotra Saved the Viral Reel
It has been three years since Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani tied the knot at the majestic Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer on February 7, 2023. However, the world is only now learning about the behind-the-scenes “tug-of-war” regarding their public debut as a married couple.
According to Manish Malhotra, the couple—particularly Sidharth—was extremely hesitant about sharing such an intimate moment with the world. Sidharth, known for being a deeply private person, originally had no intention of releasing a highly produced wedding video. He feared it might look “forced” or too performative.
“Please Put Up That Reel”
Manish revealed that the iconic video, featuring Kiara’s playful dance down the aisle to a specially re-written version of Ranjha, was something he had to personally lobby for.
“I remember telling them, ‘Please put up that reel, and please share this reel,'” Manish shared. “They have so much love and respect for me that they eventually gave in. I’m so grateful they did, because it remains one of my most cherished weddings.”
The designer, who treated the event as a personal family affair, hosted numerous planning sessions at his own home. From the decor to the specific “Empress Rose” lehenga that took 3,700 hours to create, every detail was a collaboration born out of friendship.
Why It Almost Stayed Private
This revelation matches earlier hints dropped by the couple. Sidharth had previously confessed in interviews that he was “quite against” putting the video out because he didn’t want their private emotions to feel like a “marketing gimmick.”
Kiara, too, has mentioned there was a “lot of debate” behind the scenes. Ultimately, it was the combined persuasion of his wife and his favorite designer that won him over. The result was a video that didn’t just trend—it defined a new aesthetic for Indian weddings, blending traditional royalty with genuine, unscripted emotion.
A New Chapter
The couple’s journey has only grown more beautiful since that viral day. In July 2025, they entered a new phase of life as they welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Saraayah Malhotra. While Kiara continues to shine with projects like War 2 and Sidharth remains a fan-favorite leading man, the “untold story” of their wedding serves as a reminder that behind every “perfect” viral moment is a real, private human story. To know such latest updates tuned tellyboosters.com Thank you!
