On April 6, the Pakistani Mock Wedding, hosted by the Pakistani Student Association (PSA), took place at 6:30 p.m. in the West Forum. The venue was full of excited students who were either participating in or simply attending the mock wedding.

The event showcased the best of Pakistani culture; Bollywood dancing, Desi food and beautiful traditional dresses. The hosts, Farzan Khan and Adam Ladhani, both Class of 2018, led the event and oversaw the proceedings. The couple getting married at the mock wedding were Claudia Neumann and Wahib Kamran, both Class of 2021. Students who wished to attend the event were offered free henna and bangles to wear.

“Being part of the Pakistani Wedding was a wonderful opportunity to discover colorful and vibrant traditions. It was exciting to see how students from so many different countries worked very hard to make it possible. The organizing team did an incredible job and I am extremely thankful for having met people so passionate and committed to what they love!” said Neumann.

Students who attended the event as guests expressed enthusiasm and excitement after the wedding.

“The event was beautiful and let me appreciate the Pakistani culture a lot more. I’m convinced that I want to marry into a Desi family,” joked Anna Jonsdottir Thor, Class of 2021.

“As an American Indian, the Pakistani Mock Wedding allowed me to delve into my South Asian roots and spend quality time with my fellow dancers. The PSA did such an incredible job organizing it all, and being able to have been a part of it was so enjoyable. It is events like the Mock Wedding that remind me why I love NYU Abu Dhabi,” said Raaj Raikundalia, Class of 2021.