Some weddings make you smile. Some weddings make you cry. And then there’s Aayush & Suman’s wedding—a celebration so cinematic, so soul-stirring, and so beautifully human that you will find yourself smiling, crying, and pausing every few seconds just to whisper, “Wow… that actually happened.” When The Wedding Filmer takes the lead on cinematography, magic isn’t a possibility—it’s a guarantee. And this celebration at the lush Hacienda San Pedro Ochil was nothing short of breathtaking.
From the start, the visuals feel like a love poem in motion. Two grooms, two hearts, two families merging into one story framed by towering palms, warm island light, and the rustic elegance of the Hacienda’s old-world architecture. The Wedding Filmer, a powerhouse featured team known for crafting films that feel like intimate documentaries rather than staged productions, captured every moment with the tenderness and grandeur it deserved. Their signature style—raw, emotional, poetic—turned Aayush & Suman’s journey into a work of art. They are undoubtedly masters of their craft, having redefined what wedding movies can be.
But they weren’t alone. Sahed Photography, Ashish Sawhny, Raj Sampad, and Addy Khanna joined forces behind the lens, turning this wedding into what can only be described as the Avengers-level collaboration of South Asian cinematography. Every angle, every tear, every hand squeeze, every laugh—it all found its place in a tapestry of beautifully crafted frames. Photographer Judson Rappaport added her own layer of storytelling with rich editorial stills that captured the grooms in their quiet moments: adjusting their tuxes, exchanging glances, and smiling like two people who know they’ve just won at life.
Hacienda San Pedro Ochil provided the perfect setting for every chapter of this celebration—from sangeet to ceremony to a reception that glowed under strings of lights and the warm Mexican night. The wedding planning was a blast thanks to Emmanuel Vega Events, who really understood everything they needed and handled the planning and design with enviable ease, transforming the historic estate into a celebration where modern aesthetics met soulful tradition. Minimal Estudio complemented the natural surroundings with floral arrangements that were artistic without ever feeling overdone. Think greenery that felt organic and effortless, soft blooms tucked into stone corners, and details that whispered elegance rather than shouting it. The mandap was decorated with kaleere, a tradition that Aayush grew up with.
The grooms looked every bit the modern style icons in ensembles by Bobo Calcutta, Siddartha Tytler, and Parama—design houses that know how to create fashion with equal parts edge, culture, and sophistication. Their sleek tuxedos from Philocaly Menswear completed the transformation, blending bold personal style with timeless tailoring. Makeup by Veronica Galvan ensured both grooms glowed (we’re not saying dewy perfection, but… yes, dewy perfection), and Mehndi by Veronica added a touch of artistic tradition that felt personal and deeply meaningful.
The sounds of the night were curated by DJ Robert Firth, who kept the energy both elevated and intimate—perfectly matching the emotional tone of the films. At the reception, guests dined on exquisite dishes by Margo Amalia, a culinary artist whose flavors transported everyone straight into a sensory love story. Every plate was a reflection of the joy being celebrated.
And through it all, The Wedding Filmer captured a story that wasn’t just about two people getting married—it was about love choosing courage—family choosing acceptance. Community choosing celebration. The wedding film reflects all of it: the unfiltered emotion, the laughter between friends, the tenderness in vows, the electric reception energy, and the quiet moments where the world seemed to pause just for Aayush & Suman.
If you’re ready to fall in love all over again, watch their film and immerse yourself in the beauty of what happens when the right couple meets the perfect creative team.
How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
We met in medical school in India. I (Aayush) made the first move —I found Suman walking around campus and said I liked his artwork, though he didn't really pay much attention (or maybe he secretly did). But I did not give up, and eight months later, we were dating.
In Suman’s version, it took Aayush eight months to get the hint that Suman was already head over heels in love. We like to think of our love as a first date that never ends, despite the challenges of long distances spanning years and sometimes continents. Somehow, despite the distance that often separated us during our years of medical training, we grew closer together.
Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
After making Aayush wait for over a decade, Suman planned a surprise proposal in Central Park, New York. He brought Aayush along with the pretense of meeting their closest friends for their son's photoshoot, except that the lens was waiting for the two of them. There, in front of Bethesda fountain, Suman went down on one knee (in white trousers!), and Aayush went speechless for the only time in his life.
For the proposal, Suman designed the engagement ring with a marquis diamond to represents ‘A’ and a tension setting to represent ‘S’, thus combining their names in eternity.
Tell us how you went about planning your wedding, and your overall experience with the Venues, Hair & Makeup, Outfits, Decor Theme, and all of the other important details.
As we started planning the wedding, we knew that we wanted to incorporate details that were unique to our lives. Aayush had always wanted to have a traditional wedding where all family and friends gather together in a big family home to celebrate over lovely songs, ancient rituals and endless cups of chai. Suman, ever the romantic, loved the idea of a historic home with large gardens and majestic trees. Haciendas in Merida fit the bill perfectly and we left it to our wonderful wedding planner Emm to find the perfect spot! We wanted our guests to feel like they were coming home. In a time when we are all scattered across the globe, we wanted everyone to be able to come together and feel a part of a family. And, over the course of the weekend, we did all become one family.
We trusted our planner Emm to find vendors who would understand our vision and he found the perfect team. Everyone, the design team, catering, DJ and venue staff, saw the beauty in our story and were genuinely happy for us. We knew they are the experts in their crafts and we let them create their magic, which was the best decision!
Memories are important to us, so we brought along our amazing photographer Judson from New York (who captured our proposal) and our dream videographers, The Wedding Filmer, from India.
How did you select your wedding outfit? Did you have a favorite color in mind?
We sourced our wedding outfits from India to reflect our love for the rich textile heritage that we grew up with. We both do not follow gender norms in our style and we chose androgynous looks for our wedding day as it best represented us.
Aayush wore a couture Anarkali style outfit in dusky pink with old gold trim by Siddhartha Tytler. Suman wore a traditional lehenga and angrakha designed by Fauzia Khan which featured Chikankari and Mukaish.
What was the most enjoyable part of the planning process, and why?
The wedding planning was a blast for us. Thanks to our planner Emmanuel Vega (Emm) who really understood us, we got to enjoy every little bit of the process. All of our vendors paid personal attention to making our dreams come true.
One of the most enjoyable parts was our initial trip to Merida, Mexico with Emm and his team - not only did Emm plan every part of our trip, he also helped us navigate the myriad decisions and made sure we had an amazing time when the work was done - though we could never keep up on the mezcals!
Our caterers, even though they had never cooked Indian food, did such a wonderful job learning our culture and even brought out the spices for us to approve at the tasting. And of course, shopping for outfits in India is an adventure we would never forget, It spanned three cities and countless trials and we loved every bit of it.
What did your guests particularly love about your Wedding?
The venues!
The lovingly tended gardens all around us, the beautiful table settings that the staff put together each day, the Oxacan candles, honey liqueur Xtabentun, and rattan fans that Emmanuel (our planner) and the design team sourced from across Mexico, each little detailed made the time that much more magical.
Throughout the few days, our guests (and us) loved that so many of the elements were handcrafted and represented us in both planned and unplanned ways.
Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
For Suman, it was watching Aayush come down the aisle slowly, and then midway realizing that the slow walk is not for him so he literally sprints down the steps toward me (Suman) with the most beautiful smile on his face – that is my most cherished memory.
For me (Aayush), it was the first look in the light of a candle (Shubho-drishti, in Bengali tradition) where I saw Suman in his intricately embroidered Chikankari lehenga with traditional Bengali bridal eye makeup, covering his face with his hands (which had betel leaves design henna on his hands) – truly like Bengal Royalty!
For events other than your ceremony, please tell us as much as you would like about the decor, style, dances, and all the special details.
One of the special touches to our wedding was the gender fluidity in the customs. The wedding altar (mandap) was decorated with kaleere - jewelry that traditionally adorns the wrists of a Punjabi bride and symbolizes good wishes from her family- a tradition that Aayush grew up with. Unconventionally for a groom, Aayush also wore a pair of Kaleere on the wedding day, decorated with individual charms that his closest friends, family, and Suman had picked out for him, including a blue door to represent Suman’s dorm room, their safe place.
Anything else you want to tell us? We'd love to hear all about your other details! (jewelry, mehndi, venue, cake, bouquets, etc.)
One of the vendors most special to our hearts is the videographer team The Wedding Filmer.While they are undoubtably masters of their craft, having redefined what wedding movies can be, what was extra special for us was how every person on the team formed a personal connection with us. Though we only knew them for a few days, they have now become friends we cherish. Ashish -our director, Raj, Addy, and Sahed saw the infinite magic in the small moments and captured it so perfectly. We are especially grateful to Vishal for his vision and personal attention in all aspects, but particularly crafting the perfect musical score for our film.
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