Asia's Largest B2B Wedding Summit  ·  Season 4  ·  Hyderabad 2026
Where The World's Wedding Industry Meets

WVConnect

Weddings & Films Edition
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From luxury hotels and tourism boards to wedding planners, filmmakers, designers, photographers and global innovators.

Three days that shape the future of weddings.

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Since 2019, WV Connect has brought together the most influential organizations, creative visionaries, hospitality leaders, tourism boards, technology innovators and industry associations from across the world.

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Our Story

A Movement,
Not a Conference

We wanted to unite an industry that was fragmented.

North met South. India met the world.

Competitors became collaborators. Business became friendships.

WV Connect was born.

Today it stands as the single most important gathering in the wedding industry across Asia — the place where the future of weddings gets written, every year.

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Previous Editions
Weddings & Films Edition
📍 Arth Resort & Spa, Hyderabad  ·  Sep 1–3, 2026

The most ambitious edition — the formal convergence of India's wedding and film industries. World-class panels, the grandest Awards Gala, and a cinematic décor showcase.

🎬 Weddings & Films🏆 WV Awards Gala🌏 800+ Attendees
Cinematic Weddings Edition
📍 Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad

Raised the bar with 30 global speakers and India's first cinematic wedding panel. Featured in Vogue India. 18 award categories.

🏆 18 Awards📸 Vogue India Feature650+ Attendees
Luxury Weddings Edition
📍 Ananta Spa & Resort, Jaipur

The season that put WV Connect on the national map. First celebrity keynote. Launch of WV Awards. 12 national media features. 21 Mini Weddings World Record.

🏆 12 Awards🌍 World Record500+ Attendees
The Inaugural Edition
📍 HICC, Hyderabad

Where it all began. 200 passionate wedding professionals. India's first B2B wedding summit. Sold out in 3 days. A movement was born.

🚀 India's First B2B Wedding Summit200+ Attendees
Why Attend

Six Reasons
to Be There

01🌏

International Exposure

Global media reach across 20+ countries. Your brand, on the world stage.

02🎤

World-Class Speakers

40+ industry leaders sharing their vision for the future of weddings and cinema.

03🤝

Power Networking

Pre-scheduled hosted buyer meetings with planners, vendors, and hospitality brands.

04🏆

Awards & Recognition

The WV Awards — India's most prestigious recognition platform for wedding professionals.

05💼

Hosted Buyer Meetings

Curated, pre-scheduled B2B meetings designed to generate real business outcomes.

06🔮

Trend Forecasting

Exclusive insights into the future of weddings, cinema, décor, and luxury experiences.

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The Industry

The State of
The Wedding Industry

You are not just attending a conference. You are joining the most important movement in a $300 billion global industry that touches every culture, every continent, every emotion.

  • →₹3.86 Trillion Indian Wedding Industry — the largest in the world
  • →Destination wedding growth accelerating 40% year on year
  • →4.9% CAGR through 2030 — the fastest growing luxury segment
  • →1 in 4 weddings globally are Indian — our industry leads the world
$300B+
Global Wedding Market
Valued in 2025
₹3.86T
Indian Wedding Industry
Annual market size
40%
Destination Wedding Growth
Year on year
1 in 4
Weddings Are Indian
Globally every year
Past Speakers

The Faces That
Defined WV Connect

31 of the world's finest wedding minds have graced our stage. Season 4 brings even bigger names.

Preston Bailey
Past Speaker · 2019 2023
Preston Bailey
Floral Designer
🇺🇸 USA
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
Sabbas Joseph
Past Speaker · 2019 2023
Sabbas Joseph
Event Producer
🇮🇳 India
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
💍
Past Speaker · 2023
Sima Taparia
Wedding Matchmaker
🇮🇳 India
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
🎬
Past Speaker · 2019 2023
Viraf Sarkari
Wedding Planner
🇮🇳 India
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
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Past Speaker · 2023 2024
Joshua Karthik
Photographer
🇮🇳 India
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
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Past Speaker · 2019
Gideon Hermosa
Wedding Designer
🇵🇭 Philippines
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
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Past Speaker · 2023
Meltam Tepler
Wedding Planner
🇹🇷 Turkey
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
🏆
Past Speaker · 2023 2024
Samit Garg
Event Producer
🇮🇳 India
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
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Past Speaker · 2019
Nadia Durang
Wedding Designer
🇫🇷 France
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
🎭
Past Speaker · 2023
Bibi Hyat
Luxury Planner
🇵🇰 Pakistan
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
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Past Speaker · 2024
Namrata Soni
Celebrity Stylist
🇮🇳 India
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
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Past Speaker · 2019 2023
Maya Toubia
Wedding Planner
🇱🇧 Lebanon
One of the world's most celebrated names in weddings. A defining voice in global wedding culture.
What You Gain

We're Not Selling Tickets.
We're Selling Transformation.

Learn

From The World's Best

40+ global speakers sharing what's working right now. Real strategies, real results, no fluff.

Connect

With Decision Makers

800+ industry leaders in one room. Pre-scheduled meetings. Relationships that generate business for years.

Grow

Faster Than a Year of Meetings

Three days at WV Connect will do more for your business than 12 months of networking calls and cold emails.

Belong

To Asia's Most Influential Community

WV Connect isn't an event you attend. It's a community you join — and it changes how the industry sees you.

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Who You'll Meet

800+ People
You Need to Know

Every serious professional in the wedding industry will be in this room. Here's who you'll meet.

Wedding Planners
Décor Designers
Art Directors
Filmmakers
Celebrity Artists
Artist Managers
Sound & Light
Florists
Props & Furniture
Caterers
Bartending Services
Tourism Boards
Technology & AI
Gifting Companies
Invitation Designers
Hospitality Management
Media & Influencers
Makeup Artists
Music & Entertainment
Luxury Hoteliers
Retail & Consumer Brands
Luxury Travel
Investors
Retail Brands
+ Many more you don't even know you need to meet.
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Event Experiences

Three Days,
Immersive Luxury

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Exhibition

Space Décor Exhibition

World-class luxury décor installations. Set design as art.

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Conversations

Panel Discussions

The industry's sharpest minds on weddings and cinema.

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Opening Night

Welcome Gala

Elegant networking, cocktails, and celebration.

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Awards Night

WV Awards Gala

Black-tie. Red carpet. India's finest celebrated.

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Morning Energy

Coffee Rave

High-energy morning networking. Great coffee, better conversations.

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Learning

Masterclasses

Hands-on sessions with globally acclaimed practitioners.

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Film Theme

Cinematic Installations

Interactive movie-inspired zones celebrating the art of wedding films.

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Event Agenda

Three Days,
Extraordinary Journey

09:00

Grand Opening Ceremony

WV Connect Season 4 commences with a cinematic welcome.

Keynote
10:30

Script to Screen: The Art of Wedding Films

Leading cinematographers on transforming wedding stories into masterpieces.

Panel
13:00

Hosted Buyer Networking Lunch

Pre-scheduled B2B meetings over a curated luxury lunch.

Networking
15:00

Space Décor Exhibition Opens

India's most spectacular wedding décor showcase.

Exhibition
19:30

Welcome Gala — Opening Night

Cocktails, networking, and celebration to open Season 4.

Gala
08:30

Coffee Rave — Morning Networking

High energy, great coffee, better connections.

Networking
10:00

The Business of Romance

Luxury wedding planners on building world-class experiences.

Panel
12:00

Masterclass: Directing Emotions

Visual storytelling for wedding films — hands on.

Masterclass
15:00

Celebrity Sessions: Culture & Trends

Conversations with India's most celebrated wedding personalities.

Keynote
10:00

Future of Weddings: 2027 Trend Forecast

Exclusive preview of global wedding trends for the coming year.

Keynote
12:00

Lights, Camera, Action: Wedding Films

India's top wedding filmmakers on pushing creative boundaries.

Panel
18:00

WV Awards 2026 — Red Carpet Gala

The grand finale: black-tie ceremony celebrating excellence.

Awards
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Panel Topics

Six Conversations
That Define The Industry

01
Filmmaking

Script to Screen

How the world's top wedding filmmakers transform a love story into a cinematic masterpiece.

02
Business

The Business of Romance

Inside the economics of luxury weddings — pricing, positioning, and commanding premium fees.

03
Décor

Set Design & Décor

Creating immersive wedding worlds that feel like film sets.

04
Direction

Directing Emotions

How top photographers guide couples to reveal authentic, unforgettable moments.

05
Production

Lights, Camera, Action

Lighting, camera movement, and workflows of India's leading wedding film studios.

06
Culture

Celebrity Weddings

How teams behind India's most iconic celebrity weddings handle scale, secrecy, and spectacle.

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WV Awards 2026

Because Every Crack
Tells A Story Worth Celebrating

The Kintsugi philosophy: what is broken can be made whole again — and the gold that fills the cracks is what makes it extraordinary.

"India's most transparent, credible, and coveted recognition platform for the wedding industry.— Not a paid ranking. A genuine celebration of craft.Evaluated blind. Judged on merit. Announced live on stage."
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Photography

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Films & Cinema

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Décor & Design

📋

Planning & Events

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Hospitality

📱

Digital Creators

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WV Awards 2026
Excellence in Weddings & Films
"The gold that fills the cracks is what makes it extraordinary."
Every winner carries the mark of a story worth celebrating.

Think you deserve recognition?

Submit your nomination before the deadline. Every entry is evaluated fairly by an independent jury panel.

Nominate NowRegister for Awards Night
Social Impact

Weddings That
Changed Lives

Most conferences talk about impact. WV Connect creates it. Since 2019, we have used the power of the wedding industry to give the gift of celebration to those who could never afford it.

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Watch the Story
101Weddings Facilitated
1World Record Set
200+Volunteers Mobilised
4Years of Impact

What started as an initiative became a world record. What started as a conference became a movement.

  • 🎊
    101 Weddings InitiativeFacilitated 101 weddings for underprivileged couples — a world record. The wedding industry gave back.
  • 🏆
    Oxford World RecordRecognised globally for the most weddings organised in a single day by a single organisation.
  • 💼
    Wedding Workforce InitiativeSkill development and employment creation for wedding industry workers from underserved communities.
Learn About Our CSR Work
Exhibition Zone

Showcase Your
Brand to the World

South Asia's most premium B2B wedding showcase. Where the industry's finest brands meet their most qualified buyers.

🎯

Lead Generation

800+ pre-qualified wedding professionals actively looking for vendors and partners.

🤝

Networking

India's top planners, decorators, filmmakers, venues, and luxury brands — all here.

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Brand Visibility

Featured across event signage, digital promotions, social media, and press coverage.

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Hosted Buyers

Pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings with high-value planners specifically looking to book.

Booth Types
Standard

Exhibition Booth

9 sqm
Deliverables
  • Shell scheme structure
  • Fascia board + branding
  • Power supply & lighting
  • Carpet flooring
Benefits
  • Event brochure listing
  • Social media mention
  • 2 delegate passes
  • Exhibitor badge
Enquire Now
Most Popular
Premium

Feature Zone

18 sqm
Deliverables
  • Custom-build option
  • Premium placement
  • Enhanced lighting
  • Meeting table + chairs
Benefits
  • Stage mention
  • Instagram features
  • 4 delegate passes
  • Hosted buyer meetings
Enquire Now
Exclusive

Brand Pavilion

36 sqm+
Deliverables
  • Centrepiece placement
  • Full custom build
  • Dedicated AV setup
  • Private meeting lounge
Benefits
  • Headline branding
  • Dedicated social campaign
  • 8 delegate passes
  • Priority buyer meetings
Enquire Now
Past Exhibitors
Bloom Studios
Reel Memories
Frame & Story
Elegance Events
Grand Venues
Luxe Catering
Decor India
The Bridal House
Lens & Light
Star Hotels
Melody Events
Jewel Studio
Bloom Studios
Reel Memories
Frame & Story
Elegance Events
Grand Venues
Luxe Catering
Decor India
The Bridal House
Lens & Light
Star Hotels
Melody Events
Jewel Studio
Book Your Exhibition Booth
Sponsorship

Partner With
Asia's Finest

Platinum Partners
Your Brand Here
Lead Sponsor
Partner Here
Gold Partners
Gold Sponsor
Brand Here
Partner
Sponsor
Brand
Silver Partners
Silver
Brand
Partner
Here
Sponsor
Brand
Registration

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Seat Now

Early bird pricing ends July 1, 2026. Limited seats. Choose your pass.

2 Day Pass
VIP Access
Conference only
₹
  • Day 1 & 2 full access
  • All panels & keynotes
  • Exhibition access
  • Welcome Gala invite
  • Networking sessions
Most Popular
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VVIP Access
Conference only
₹
  • All 3 days full access
  • Awards Gala black-tie invite
  • Priority seating all sessions
  • Hosted buyer meetings
  • Masterclass access
Group (5+ delegates)
Group Rate
Per person
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  • Min 5 delegates
  • All 3 days full access
  • Dedicated coordinator
  • Group networking session
  • Invoice + GST receipt
🏨 Arth Resort & Spa — Official Host Hotel

Stay at the venue itself. Walk to every session. Be part of the WV Connect energy from morning to night.

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Deluxe room · Breakfast
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  • Daily breakfast included
  • Welcome Gala invite
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  • 3-day all-access (VVIP)
  • 3 nights · Deluxe room
  • All meals (B+L+D)
  • Awards Gala black-tie invite
  • Hosted buyer meetings
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  • 3 nights · Twin room
  • Breakfast & dinner
  • Awards Gala invite
🏢 Partner Hotels — Within 5km

Curated partner hotels nearby, with shuttle service to and from Arth Resort & Spa for all event days.

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  • 2 nights · 3-star hotel
  • Daily breakfast
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4-star · Breakfast + shuttle
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  • 3 nights · 4-star hotel
  • Daily breakfast + shuttle
  • Awards Gala invite
3 Nights · Premium
VVIP + Full Board
All meals + airport transfer
₹
  • 3-day all-access (VVIP)
  • 3 nights · 4-star hotel
  • All meals (B+L+D)
  • Airport pickup & drop
✨ Awards Gala Night — 3 September 2026

Can't attend the full summit? Join us for the most glamorous night in India's wedding industry calendar.

Awards Night
Gala Entry
Sep 3 only
₹
  • Awards Night access
  • Red carpet experience
  • Gala dinner included
  • Entertainment & performances
Best Night
Awards Night + Stay
Gala + Stay
1 night at Arth Resort
₹
  • Awards Night full access
  • 1 night at Arth Resort & Spa
  • Breakfast next morning
  • Red carpet + gala dinner
Table of 10
Corporate Table
Reserved gala table
₹
  • Reserved table — front
  • 10 gala entry passes
  • Branded table namecard
  • Pre-dinner cocktail hour
  • Logo in gala programme
All prices include 18% GST  ·  EMI options available  ·  WhatsApp us for custom packages
Venue & Destination

Hyderabad
Awaits

ARTH
Official Event Venue

Arth Resort & Spa

📍 Hyderabad, Telangana, India  ·  01–03 September 2026
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Airport
30 mins from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
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Accommodation
On-site rooms + partner hotels within 5km
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Transfers
Shuttle service for all registered delegates
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Dining
Fine dining, multi-cuisine restaurants on-site
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Event Spaces
5 dedicated halls & outdoor venues
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Wellness
Full spa, pool & wellness facilities
📶
Connectivity
High-speed WiFi across all event zones
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City
Food capital of India. City of Pearls. Film hub.
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Testimonials

Voices from
Our Community

“

WV Connect completely transformed how I see my business. The connections I made in three days generated more revenue than the entire year before.

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Priya Kapoor
Wedding Decorator · Mumbai
★★★★★
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The WV Awards changed my career trajectory overnight. Clients come to me because of the recognition. The credibility is unmatched in our industry.

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Arjun Singh
Wedding Photographer · Delhi
★★★★★
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I've been to every edition. Season 4 is going to be the biggest yet. This is the event every serious wedding professional needs to attend.

🌺
Sunita Menon
Luxury Planner · Bangalore
★★★★★
Join Them at Season 4
FAQ

Everything You
Need to Know

Who should attend WV Connect?+
WV Connect is for wedding planners, luxury vendors, photographers, filmmakers, decorators, hospitality brands, venues, and wedding entrepreneurs. If you work in or around the wedding industry, this event is for you.
What does my registration include?+
Registration includes access to all panels, keynotes, the exhibition, masterclasses, and networking sessions based on your pass type. VVIP passes include Awards Gala access, priority seating, and hosted buyer meetings.
Is accommodation included?+
Accommodation is not included in the base conference pass, but we have exclusive partner hotel rates available. Check our Registration section for bundled hotel packages at Arth Resort & Spa and nearby luxury hotels.
How do I nominate for the WV Awards?+
Visit the WV Awards section to browse categories, check eligibility criteria, and submit your nomination. A nomination fee applies per category, and all entries are evaluated by an independent jury panel.
Are there group booking discounts?+
Yes. We offer group discounts for bookings of 5+ attendees from the same company. Contact us on WhatsApp or email for custom group pricing and team packages.
What is the refund policy?+
Registrations are non-refundable but transferable. You can transfer your registration to another individual from your organisation up to 7 days before the event.
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Event Dates
01–03 September 2026
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