Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

Mehndi

Haldi

Landmark Center

Sangeet

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront

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Our Wedding

Sometimes, life has a funny way of bringing two people together—and our story is no exception. We first connected on Hinge, completely unaware that our paths had actually crossed long before. It turns out some of my (Pooja’s) friends went to both elementary and high school with Pranav—and if that wasn’t wild enough, I later realized I had even seen him at a friend’s birthday party when I was sixteen!

I (Pooja) grew up in Minnesota and moved to North Carolina for school, while Pranav was also living in Minnesota at the time. We started talking online and spent three months getting to know each other before finally meeting in person. When things in North Carolina weren’t quite working out, I decided it was time to move back home—and that’s when everything really fell into place. From that moment on, we’ve been inseparable.

Since then, life together has been full of little adventures—hiking new trails, trying out new restaurants, and spending cozy nights in with takeout and a good movie. We love exploring new places, laughing over the smallest things, and finding joy in the everyday moments that make our relationship so special.

In 2025, we got engaged—a moment that still feels surreal. Shortly after, Pranav moved to Chicago for his job, and I’ll be joining him soon as we start this exciting new chapter together. We can’t wait to build a home filled with love and laughter, travel to new places, and continue creating memories side by side.

Life truly has a funny way of bringing you exactly where you’re meant to be—and we’re so grateful it brought us to each other.

Our Story

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For those arriving by plane, the Minneapolis/St. Paul airport code is MSP. Several major events are happening in St. Paul during the wedding weekend, which may result in higher hotel rates in the area. For more affordable options, we recommend considering accommodations near the Mall of America, where you’ll find a wide range of excellent hotels. The Mall of America, located in Bloomington, Minnesota, near the airport and accessible via light rail, is the largest shopping mall in the United States and a must-visit destination. With over 520 stores, more than 60 restaurants, and attractions such as Nickelodeon Universe, SEA LIFE Aquarium, a movie theater, mini-golf, and more, it offers fun for visitors of all ages. A few hotels near the Mall of America are listed below. For a more comprehensive list that fits your budget and preferences, simply search “Hotels near Mall of America”. The wedding venue in St. Paul is approximately 12 miles from the Mall of America.

Overlooking the Mississippi River in the heart of the city, this beautiful venue will be the setting for our wedding ceremony.

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront, an IHG Hotel

This hotel is conveniently located near the airport. Guests can easily take an Uber to the wedding venue.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis Airport

Travel

The <a href="https://www.mallofamerica.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mall of America in Bloomington</a>, Minnesota, is the largest shopping mall in the United States and a major tourist destination, featuring over 520 stores and more than 60 dining options. Beyond shopping, it offers a wide range of entertainment, including the indoor theme park Nickelodeon Universe, a movie theater, the SEA LIFE Aquarium, mini-golf, and various other attractions like a comedy club and a go-kart track. The mall is a massive complex, with 5.6 million square feet of space and an average of 40 million visitors annually.

<a href="https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/historical_sites/stone_arch_bridge/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Stone Arch Bridge, Downtown Minneapolis</a> in downtown Minneapolis is a historic arched bridge spanning the Mississippi River, offering panoramic views of the city skyline and nearby attractions.

Pooja & Pranav

Pooja & Pranav

P&P

Wedding

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