Rajasthan couple's wedding budget is less than your yearly OTT subscription. Here's how they did it

In a world where weddings often spiral into multi-lakh extravaganzas, one couple from Rajasthan is winning hearts online for doing the exact opposite. Kamal Agarwal and his long-time girlfriend Ruchi ditched the glittering sangeets and grand buffets for something far more intentional—a no-frills court marriage that cost them less than an annual OTT subscription. And yes, the total cost? Just Rs 1,592.

Sharing his story on Reddit, Kamal explained how watching his brother’s “simple” wedding consume time, money, and energy like a black hole pushed them to take a different route. As per the information available on his blog, the duo submitted their Notice of Intended Marriage on April 17, 2025, and tied the knot at the Registrar’s Office on May 28.

The process was refreshingly straightforward. All they needed were basic documents—Aadhaar cards, birth certificates, passport-size photos, and a few stamp papers. The couple skipped wedding planners, flashy outfits, and the baraat. Instead, they walked out of the court on May 28 with a marriage certificate and a shared smile.

Kamal even broke down their total expenses: Rs 320 for stamp papers, Rs 400 for a public notary, Rs 260 for urgent photos, Rs 290 for declaration form printing, and a few rupees for stationery, printing, and government fees. He says if you already have photos, can print at home, and know someone to notarise, you could pull it off for Rs 500 or less.

Internet reacts
The post quickly struck a chord online, with many calling the ₹1,592 wedding the ultimate flex. One user praised the couple and sent their best wishes, while another confessed that this was exactly the kind of wedding they’ve always wanted—if only their future partner would agree. Some pointed out the financial strain of traditional weddings, with one person humorously suggesting that by skipping the extravaganza, the couple’s net worth had instantly gone up by ₹10 lakh.

Others took a more reflective tone, congratulating the newlyweds while acknowledging that big weddings do help sustain industries like catering and jewellery. Kamal responded by saying that while lavish celebrations create livelihoods, he and his partner simply chose what aligned with their priorities. For them, keeping things simple wasn’t a compromise—it was a conscious decision.

One comment struck at a deeper societal question: what’s stopping more Indians from doing the same? With rising costs of living, wouldn’t it be more practical to put wedding money toward long-term goals like children’s education or owning a home? The conversation sparked by Kamal’s story has clearly tapped into something larger—about tradition, priorities, and how young Indians are rethinking the big day.