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8 Fun Games To Make Your Wedding Sangeet Unforgettable
Bring your ‘A’ game to the sangeet…
Engaging Wedding Sangeet Games Ideas To PlanThe Movie’ing Moments
The spotlight of wedding sangeets often rests on the perfectly rehearsed sangeet dance, the choreographed numbers that cousins practised till late nights, or that one viral dad-dance moment everyone reposts on their Instagram feeds. But in the rush to create stage-ready content, let's not forget another, more playful tradition that has always been part of shaadis, the games. Whether it was teasing rituals during haldi, a mischievous joota-chupai after the pheras, or impromptu antakshari sessions when the DJ took a break, games have always been the unscripted glue of Indian weddings.
And did you know that Antakshari originated when Rishis (sages) sang the first verses of the bhajanas continuously by singing another Bhajana beginning with the last letter of the ending word? These folk games have been a part of our traditions, such as tug of war or even seven stones (pithu).
Wedding Sangeet Games Ideas
So this wedding season, let's bring that spirit back with curated sangeet games. And if you are planning your wedding this season, here are some fun sangeet games to guarantee memories and full-packed energy.
Guess The Song
Nothing brings two families closer than arguing over whether that song was from Dil To Pagal Hai or Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. This classic is as simple as it gets, play a few seconds of a Bollywood number and watch teams shout, fight, and sometimes hilariously get it wrong.
Break That Coconut
If you want high-octane energy, this game is the ultimate showdown. Inspired by South Indian traditions, each side sends out runners who must crack coconuts and pour their juice into a vessel. By the end, you’ve got sweaty cousins, cheering squads, and the kind of madness that makes for epic photo ops.
Giant Jenga
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A towering game of blocks personalised with the couple’s names or wedding hashtags. Drama unfolds with every wobble and tons of photo-perfect moments.
Flip The Cup
This one needs nothing more than red drinking cups and some enthusiastic pairs. Guests line up, sip, and flip the cup until it lands upside down before the next person goes.
Dance-Off Showdown
Bride’s side versus groom’s squad into spontaneous dance battles, lip-sync laughter, and audience-fueling amusement. A perfect break between prepped performances.
Musical Chairs
Take the classic and ramp it up. Use Bollywood beats or throw in dares for eliminated players to keep the momentum going with nostalgia and cheeky fun.
Act as If
Ask guests to dance like they’re juggling coconuts or flying a kite or maybe fixing the then watch them hilariously mime it on the beat. Viral-reel potential? Absolutely.
Drinking Antakshari
The all-time family favourite gets a twist, and instead of just singing, each missed lyric or failed recall results in a shot. It’s nostalgic, fun and mischief wrapped into one.
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