What Is Tilhari, The Traditional Green Necklace Worn By Prajakta Koli On Her Wedding? – News18
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If you’re curious about this beautiful piece of jewellery, we’re here to explain its meaning and why it’s important among Nepali brides.
Tilhari is more than just a piece of jewellery.
Prajakta Koli and Vrishank Khanal recently shared beautiful pictures from their fairytale wedding and reception party. The social media star dished out beautiful and unique outfits throughout her wedding ceremonies, each conveying a special meaning. Talking about their wedding day, the couple solemnised their bond at a resort in Karjat, Maharashtra, amidst close friends and family on February 25, both wearing traditional attire. For her special day, the Mismatched star wore a red saree, a tribute to her husband’s Nepali heritage. While it had jaw-dropping embroidery, the standout feature of her bridal look was the Tilhari necklace, a special mangalsutra worn by Nepali brides.
If you’re curious about this beautiful piece of jewellery, we’re here to explain its meaning and why it’s important among Nepali brides.
Tilhari is more than just a piece of jewellery; it is a valuable ornament passed to the new brides from their mothers and grandmothers, or sometimes from the groom’s family. The gold pendant can be customised with unique patterns. Other than the wedding day, a woman can wear the tilhari on other important occasions and festivals as well.
The necklace consists of two main parts: small beads, called pote and a cylindrical gold pendant, which is known as tilhari. The pieces are generally purchased separately and then can be combined to complete the necklace. It holds special cultural meaning for Nepali brides, as it represents their marital status and is believed to bring good luck to their married life. The length of the necklace can be chosen based on the bride’s preference. While most brides choose a red Tilhari, yellow and green variations are also available.
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While Prajakta Koli looked gorgeous, Vrishank Khanal, on the other hand, looked equally stylish in a white kurta pyjama, which he paired with a brown blazer. He completed his look with a traditional Dhaka topi, a special accessory among grooms in Nepal and a brooch, featuring two curved knives. His outfit beautifully matched Prajakta’s traditional attire. Through their wedding outfits, the newlywed couple showed that brides and grooms can honour their roots on their special day while also adding their personal touch.
