MYLANCHI IDEEL CEREMONY | KNANAYA TRADITIONAL FUNCTION | KERALA CHRISTIAN WEDDING #knanayatradition

Mylanchi Ideel is a ceremony that happens by smearing of henna on the bride’s palms and feet. In this Knanaya wedding ceremony, first, a ‘pulpaya’ (mat) was placed on the stage to symbolize the creation of the stage. Next, wooden stools were placed on the ‘pulpaya’, one for the bride, Riya, and the other for Riya’s ‘avakashi’ or parental relatives who help with the application of henna - Daisy Aunty A ‘Kuthuvilakku’ was placed near the bride’s stool by her sister Risa. Then, the mylanchi ceremony began by applying mylanchi on the bride’s palms and feet. Later, Riya went for a dress change for the 'Ichipaddu' ceremony while the guests were entertained by the cousin's performance. For all Knanaya wedding customs, those who have the main role in the ceremonies have to ask thrice the permission from the guests before they start the ceremony. After the guests give their permission, the bride’s parental relatives give her ‘paachoru’ as well as gold ornaments as gifts to bride. ‪@riyaroshanchicago‬ #wedding #knanaya #traditionalwedding #tradition #mylanchi Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok ‪@riyaroshanchicago‬