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The basics
What does Kalyan Co do?
We plan weddings: complete destination weddings across India, weddings in Kerala, and single functions such as engagements and receptions. One planner handles venues, vendors, budget, guests and the days themselves.
Where is Kalyan Co based?
In Kochi, Kerala, in the south of India. We plan in Kerala and at destinations across India, and work by video call with couples in other countries.
How early should we contact you?
Nine to twelve months before a wedding in peak season (November to February) is ideal. Six months can work with flexible dates.
Do we need to visit India before the wedding?
No. Many couples visit once to see the venue and taste the menu, and some not at all. We run video walk-throughs of venues and send samples and mock-ups.
How much does a destination wedding in India cost?
For 150 guests over three nights at a 4-star resort, a typical Kerala wedding costs about ₹42.4–92.8 lakh (about US$44,000–97,000), including our fee. It depends most on guest numbers, hotel standard and season.
Can you plan a small wedding?
Yes. Intimate weddings of 20 to 50 guests are often the most beautiful: a heritage home, a houseboat, or a lawn by the water.
Do you plan non-Hindu and interfaith weddings?
Yes: Christian, Muslim, civil, interfaith and fusion weddings, as well as Hindu ceremonies from Kerala and the rest of India.
How do we start?
Send the form or a WhatsApp message with roughly when, where and how many guests. We reply within a few hours and suggest a video call in your time zone.
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Planning from abroad
Working with us
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Goa
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Guides
- Getting married in India as a foreigner: the legal options, explained
- Fusion weddings in India: how to blend two cultures beautifully
- Planning a wedding in India from abroad: a 12-month timeline
- How much does a destination wedding in India cost?
- The best time for a wedding in India, region by region
- First time at an Indian wedding? A guide for guests from abroad
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