Music is probably the best language for expressing emotions. A marriage ceremony is not just a sublime festive event, but also the celebration of two souls coming together. Therefore, the event and ritual proceedings are virtually incomplete without the addition of some perfect, relatable songs!

With dedicated songs for each event, WeddingBazaar has compiled a list of the top 30 tracks from our rich culture that will enhance the celebration of your South Indian wedding.

Nalangu/ Haldi

Nalangu or the Haldi ceremony is celebrated on the night before the wedding day where Kumkum, turmeric paste, rose water, and oils are applied on the bride’s skin. The event is an intimate gathering of the ladies, and deserves the best music! Here are a few movie songs for your Haldi ceremony:

Indru Pola Endrum Vazhga
Kalyana Asai
Kummiyadi
Attha Varuvaga
Idicha pacharusi
Agaya Pandalile
Kabira - Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani
Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan - Roy

Groom entry

A Tamil ritual of welcoming the groom on the wedding day, also known as Mappillai Azhaippu. This involves the bride’s father inviting the groom inside the marriage hall to begin with the day’s ceremonial proceedings. Checkout these peppy songs for the Groom:

Kannala sokkuren
Hey paadal onru
Santhathil illatha kavithai
Mangalyam from Alaipayuthe
Swag Se Swagat - Tiger Zinda Hai
Sajanji Ghar Aye - Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

Wedding ceremony

Wedding music has its own ceremonial importance since it’s a ritual comprising of mixed emotions.

Here are some tunes to play as the bride and groom embrace in an eternal bonding. These songs can also be used or included as background music for your wedding videos.

Yaaro yaarodi unnoda purushan
Mapillai song from Mapillai movie
Nenachapadi nenachapadi
Ithu dhana
Thodakam mangalyan
Navrai Majhi - English Vinglish

Wedding Reception and Dance

Wedding Reception - an informal event that everyone in the family looks forward to! The atmosphere is relaxed and lively, and deserves equally lively music for the entertainment and relaxation of your family and relatives, as they dance to the tune of some peppy hits. These songs can be used for your Sangeet ceremony as well:

Chal maar
Sotta sotta nanaiyuthu taj mahal
Selfie pulla
Adhaaru Adhaaru
Sarattu Vandiyil
Radha - Student of the Year
Ainvayi Ainvayi - Band Baaja Baarat

In the culturally diverse society of India, music is a sure shot medium of conveying the joys and sorrows experienced by family members of the bride and groom.

Whether you are celebrating or indulging in rituals, these songs are bound to set the mood for the occasion!

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