14 Most Expensive Weddings That Did Not Take Place in the U.S.

Celebrity weddings are filled with glamor and luxury that leave us all in awe. From royal ceremonies in grand castles to star-studded parties in exotic destinations, these events celebrate love with unforgettable extravagance and style.

Prince Williams and Kate Middleton

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The royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton captivated the world in 2011. The marriage ceremony was hosted at London’s Westminster Abbey. With 1,900 guests in attendance, the event cost $34 million. The picture-perfect balcony kiss and the bride’s exquisite Alexander McQueen wedding gown went down in history. It cemented this wedding as one of the most memorable royal weddings in history.

Petra Ecclestone and James Stunt

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Petra Ecclestone, the daughter of Formula One racing tycoon Bernie Ecclestone married businessman James Stunt. The wedding held in 2011 cost over $12 million and took place in a 15th-century old castle known as Castello Odescalchi in Bracciano, Italy. Petra Eccestone’s custom wedding gown cost over one hundred twenty-five thousand dollars. The wedding ceremony was followed by a champagne reception along with the performance of famous music like Eris Clapton and Black-Eyed Peas.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s wedding was a week-long European celebration in 2014. The main event took place at Forte di Belvedere in Florence, Italy. The wedding, consisting of 200 guests, came to almost $2.8 million. From a rehearsal dinner at Versailles to Andrea Bocelli’s live performance, every detail excluded luxury. This star-studded wedding combined Hollywood glamor with Italian romance, creating unforgettable memories.

Angela Yeung Wing and Huang Xiaoming

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The wedding of Chinese celebrities Angela Yeung Wing, also known as Angelababy and Huang Xioaming in Shanghai was a $31 million extravaganza. A holographic castle along with a 10-foot wedding cake were features of this 2015 grand event. The tailored Dior gown of the bride required five months of hard work. This lavish celebration combined traditional and modern Chinese elements. It established a new benchmark for Asian celebrity marriages.

Rajeev Reddy and Brahmini Janardhan Reddy

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The former minister of Karnataka, Janardhan Reddy’s daughter Brahmini’s wedding to Rajeev Reddy in Bangalore, India was over $75 million. With 50,000 guests, the event transformed the Bangalore Palace in 2016 into a replica of ancient ruins. Gold-plated invitation cards and Bollywood performances added to the wedding’s charm. The wedding showcased the opulence of Indian celebrations, combining tradition with unparalleled luxury.

Ana Beatriz Barros and Karim El Chiaty

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The stunning union of supermodel Ana Beatriz Barros and Karim El Chiaty took place in Mykonos, Greece. The wedding held in 2016 was attended by around a thousand guests. It was a multi-day celebration of love and luxury, costing over $5 million. The wedding event featured multiple designer outfits and breathtaking seaside venues. This Mediterranean affair combined high fashion with Greek island charm, creating a picturesque and romantic celebration.

Khadija Uzhakhova and Said Gutseriev

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Oil magnate’s son Said Gutseriev married Khadija Uzhakhiva in an estimated $1 billion extravaganza in Moscow, in 2016. The Safisa venue was transformed with floor-to-ceiling flowers for 600 guests. The bride’s $1 million Elie Saab gown weighed 28 pounds. Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez, and Sting were the main entertainers of this wedding. A nine-tier cake and jeweled gift boxes for guests added to the wedding’s charm.

Anuska Sharma and Virat Kohli

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Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma married Virat Kohli, the former Indian cricket captain in a private ceremony in 2017. The wedding was a private yet luxurious affair in Tuscany, Italy, with an estimated cost of $13.3 million. The ceremony hosted less than 50 people and was held at the stunning Borgo Finocchieto resort. The picturesque Tuscan backdrop, coupled with the designer outfit of the bride and groom, created a perfect blend of elegance and intimacy.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

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The wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was held in 2018 at the St. George’s Chapel located at Windsor Castle. With 600 guests, the wedding beautifully blended British tradition with modern touches. The event cost an estimated $45 million. However, almost $40 million was catered towards maintaining proper security for the big day. The bride’s Givenchy gown and the couple’s horse-drawn carriage ride became iconic moments in this wedding.

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas

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Bollywood and Hollywood actress, Priyanka Chopra and American singer and actor Nick Jonas’s wedding took place in Jodhpur, India. It was a spectacular blend of cultures with a three-day celebration, costing around $800,000, and hosting 225 guests. It demonstrated the couple’s varied roots by including both Hindu and Christian rites. From the bride’s 75-foot veil to the lavish Umaid Bhawan Palace venue, every aspect of this wedding was a testament to cross-culture grandeur.

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh

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The beautiful nuptials of Bollywood celebrities Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone took place in Lake Como in Italy. The multi-day intimate celebration in 2018 was attended by 150 guests and was estimated to cost over $10 million. The couple had both Konkani and Sindhi ceremonies, honoring their diverse cultural background. From the stunning Villa del Balbianello venue to Sabyasachi-designed outfits, executed romance and luxury.

Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal

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Anand Piramal wed the daughter of the richest man in India, Isha Ambani in Mumbai, India. This grand wedding cost reached  $100 million. With over a thousand guests, the event included global celebrities and politicians. Performances by Beyonce and a week-long celebration across multiple cities made this wedding an unprecedented display of wealth and grandeur.

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker

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Reality TV star Kourtney Kardashian and musician Travis Barker’s wedding in Portofino, Italy in 2022 was a unique blend of gothic and romantic elements. The celebration cost an estimated $3.5 million. The bride’s unconventional short wedding dress and long veil by Dolce and Gabbana set the tone for this stylish affair.

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant

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Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are expected to get married in Jamnagar in India. The pre-wedding cost has exceeded $150 million while the wedding cost is estimated to be $250 million. This wedding is anticipated to be a blend of tradition, glamor, and unparalleled luxury.

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