Viral Video: British Influence Shares His Experience at the “Two States” Wedding in India: “I saw it…”
British influencer Nick Booker shares his experience of a cross-cultural wedding in Mangalore, a blend of Punjabi and South Indian traditions.
A British influencer recently shared a unique cultural experience on Instagram, glimpses of weddings, Punjabi energy and South Indian traditions blend together under one roof. Nick Booker, a 45-year-old British historian and content creator known for his in-depth study of Indian culture, documented his experiences at a wedding in Mangalore, Karnataka. He posted three videos that captured the highlights of the wedding celebration, which was between two people in different parts of India.
Nick explains in one of the viral videos that he is at his cousin’s wedding on the coast of Karnataka. His Punjabi relatives flew around from California, and the bride’s family held a big event. This cultural fusion leads to a lively “South and North” dance, a highlight that Nick shares with his Instagram followers. In the video, he can be seen dancing with his family, and the bride is joined. He humorously pointed out that his Punjabi relatives did not stop dancing for more than 12 hours! In the title, he mentions how the wedding brings together the sacred rituals and hopes the couple will have a great future.
Nick also shares his obsession with traditional instruments he encountered at his wedding. In another article, he talks about the drums that caught his attention. He explained that the barrel drums in Tamil Nadu were sticks and metal finger caps. He also describes Chende, a vertical cylindrical drum in Kerala, often used in temple festivals. Nick impressed by the power of Chende drummers, calling them “absolutely torn apart.”
The celebration also provides Nick with the opportunity to explore Mangalorea cuisine. The delicious food he ate at the reception, especially the vegetarian and ghee-grilled seafood he tasted while exploring the city, touched him deeply. He even questioned whether Mangalorean food is the best food in India.
Social media users responded admirably, praising the beauty of the wedding and sending blessings to the newlyweds. Nick Booker gained popularity with his profound insights in culture and traditions in @indogenius’ Instagram handling, which makes this wedding experience just another example of his cultural exploration.
