Why has this Ludhiana bride become a viral sensation?

A wedding video from Ludhiana has gone viral after the bride chose to drive herself to her matrimonial home in a Mahindra Thar following the ‘vidaai’. The unexpected move, which broke away from the usual tradition of being escorted, has won hearts across social media.

The clip — now boasting over 35 million views on Instagram — shows the bride, Bhawni Talwar Verma, in her full bridal attire, confidently taking the wheel of the SUV while her husband looks both amused and slightly anxious.

In a moment of playful banter, she teases him, “Betho, jana nahi hai ghar?” as he settles into the passenger seat and nervously chants, “Ram Ram.”

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A post shared by Bhawni & Chirag (@chirag_ke_bhaw_badgye)

Commenters have praised the bride’s confidence and individuality, celebrating the self-driven ‘doli’ as a refreshing blend of tradition and empowerment.

One user wrote, “Mzaa hi aa geya dekh kr. You rock girl!”

Another commented, “Main bhi jaldi car driving sikh leti hu. Apni shaadi mein main bhi ye recreate karungi.”

A third praised the groom, saying, “Kaash mera pati bhi mujhe aise hi aazadi de aur driving karne de.”