While the nation awaits the holy matrimony of lovers Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza, the duo offered an early delight for all their fans as they performed a live wedding act on the stage of the 7th Edition of the Chevrolet Apsara Awards. As the lovely couple is gearing up for their real marriage in the first week of February, the dazzling on-stage wedding act was indeed a rehearsal of sorts with the entire film fraternity joining in to bless their union. Karan and Farah, the hosts of the show were also a part of this commemoration.

The performance was a beautiful depiction of their romantic journey right from how they met to reaching this fond juncture. The entire film fraternity which played guests at the lavish wedding was spell-bound by the romance at the Apsara Awards which unfolded at Yash Raj Studios on the 25th of January. The live act also highlighted the unity and love amongst our film industry and re-enforced the faith that they all are one big happy family!

From extravagant wedding preparations to several pre-wedding parties being hosted by the couples’ close friends, this wedding is sure to be one of the most talked about affairs of B-Town.

Here is a sneak preview video of their performance

Seems like actors Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza are making the most of an awards function to ensure they get some practice of the marriage ceremonies much before they actually tie the knot on February 3. According to insiders, the two have been preparing for a special act on stage for the upcoming Apsara Awards, wherein the duo will be seen tying the knot.

“All set for their real-life wedding, Riteish and Genelia will be carrying out a rehearsal of sorts and everyone will get to see a trailer of the real deal as the two will take their vows and declare their love for each other on stage as part of their act. A large number of Bollywood celebrities will join in, as part of the their baarat and will bless the couple on stage too,” confirmed an insider.

Elaborating on the performance, the source reveals that the entire act will emulate the story of their meeting and the romantic journey so far that has brought them to this juncture. “There are several other performances lined up as well, but Riteish-Genelia’s act has an emotional real connect with the industry, as both belong to the film fraternity,” added the insider. Both Riteish and Genelia are said to be quite excited about their performance too. “It’s too close to their real life and it’s almost like letting the world know about their love life which the two had kept under wraps so far, so both are excited and nervous too,” a source added. “What they are equally happy about is that there will be several seniors actors who will be blessing them too at the event,” informs the source.

The event slated to take place on Wednesday, will also have filmmakers Karan Johar and Farah Khan team up to host an awards show together for the first time.

Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza talk to TOI about their romance, ahead of the February 4 wedding

Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza are all set to tie the knot on February 4 after dating for almost a decade. In a candid chat, Ritz and Genie talk about their love story. Here’s a flashback into the prem kahani that has never been told.

The first meeting Riteish: I was flying to Hyderabad for the test shoot of Tujhe Meri Kasam and I was told that the girl opposite me would be there. I walked out of the airport and met Genelia’s mom. Then I saw this tall girl looking in the opposite direction, completely ignoring me. I was like, ‘Why is she behaving like this?’ Genelia (butts in): I did say, ‘Hi!’ I’d found out two days before that he was the Chief Minister’s son so I assumed he was a spoilt brat… a typical politician’s son… so I thought I’d give him attitude before he did! (laughs) Otherwise, I am shy and reserved by nature.

Breaking the ice Genelia: The minute I spoke to him, I realised he was a nice person. On the set, Riteish binds people. I didn’t know anything about films then but he made it look so easy. Also I found it endearing how he was so respectful of my parents and elders. Riteish: Itni taareef maine apne bare mein itne saalon mein nahin suni hai!

Woh pehli baar… Riteish: We started working as strangers, then began understanding each other. Off the sets we soon became best friends. I would discuss architecture with her while she would discuss college and exams with me! The beauty of a relationship is when you get used to a person; it is not sudden. It is just a process, and you don’t realise when love happens. After I came back from the Hyderabad schedule, I started missing her. I wondered whether it was right to call her or not. That dilemma lasted for a few days. Genelia: I was completely floored by Riteish’s personality. I think guys like him are rare in today’s world. I love listening to him and enjoy his views. Falling in love was gradual. Every stage was played out very correctly – be it friends, be it best friends or life partners.

Confessing love Riteish: There was no great realisation of love overnight, nor were there any great declarations. It was understood. We didn’t need to tell each other anything. We were together for days, which went into months and then years. Genelia: The gradual development of our love was so unbelievable that it surprised us. We just grew together. The best part is that we’ve never stopped being friends no matter how much our relationship has grown.

The romantic one Riteish: Neither of us are terribly romantic people, but we believe in special moments. Small things that have happened unknowingly have become romantic moments. Like this year on New Year’s night, we suddenly decided to stop at a coffee shop at 11.30 pm and spend some time together. We try and find happiness in small things. Genelia: We enjoy life and each other’s company. We have a great time over coffee. My world is very small – it includes my parents, Riteish and a couple of friends. When you keep your world so precise, you know what your priorities are.

Him and her Riteish: She is my flag-bearer. I draw unconditional support and love from her. Genelia’s love holds me together and to understand her love is something else. It is amazing. Genelia: I love Riteish. He lets me be. He encourages and pushes me. He’s proud of me and he’s such a secure person. At times, I get cranky but he’s always cool and handles things with maturity. I also love the way he conducts life and his willingness to listen first and then speak.

I hate you Riteish: I hate her memory! While there are certain things I may want to forget, she remembers everything. With time, some things need to be forgotten! Genelia: What I don’t like about him is that he the world’s busiest man. Even on a holiday he will manage to be busy! He will call and tell me he has these meetings and can meet me in between.

Fight club Riteish: We hardly fight. We have differences of opinion. I goof up most of the time but we never yell at each other. I am usually the one to make up first. To make up with a girl is an ever-evolving process! Genelia: I wait for Riteish to sort it out.

The proposal Genelia: He hasn’t proposed as yet… (giggles) Riteish: It’s an arranged marriage, so there was no need to propose formally.

No proposal! Riteish: I have always been weak-kneed in front of her (smiles)! Shaadi ke din bache hai na – kar doonga main propose tab! She was a teenager when we started dating, and I was in my 20s. We have grown up together, having gone from being really childish to having a sense of maturity. Genelia: Formal proposals are mere rituals. It’s important to be happy with the person you are with.

The engagement Genelia: There’s no sparkler (she shows her bare fingers). He’s given himself to me, so that’s fine. Riteish is my biggest and only sparkler. Riteish: Shaadi se pehle de doonga!

Shaadi ke baad Riteish: Agar yeh kaam nahi karegi toh ghar kaise chalega? (laughs) Every decision that’s been made has been hers, but Genelia has always been gracious enough to discuss it with me. So whether she wants to work in films or not is up to her. Whatever she decides is okay with me. Genelia: He’s always told me that it is my decision whether I want to work after marriage or not. Of course, I will prioritise my work differently post marriage. I don’t want to be part of the rat race, but I do want to be part of something good.

“Yes, we both did not open up about the relation. We were clear the relation needs some dignity…how you guard your family and every one at home and that is the way we have guarded it. We have been there since then, it is very important that you don’t talk about the relationship when you start off as you don’t know whether it will last or not,” Genelia said.

“Thankfully we have grown up. Like we were earlier just friends…slowly became better friends, we started growing career wise and other ways. We never lost our friendship. And then on the way you start realising that you complete each other. I feel everybody has an incomplete part and there is someone one else who completes you…on the way we felt this was right,” she said.

Riteish (32) and Genelia (24) have been seeing each other since their Bollywood debut, ‘Tujhe Meri Kasam’ in 2003.

The couple will seal their relationship on February 3.

“Its an exciting new chapter in our lives. The good part is there is no nervousness on both sides but excitement. Its been a busy month, like I have never been. The preparations are on…family is looking into it,” Genelia said.

The couple, who starred together in films like ‘Tujhe Meri Kasam’ and ‘Masti’, will be next seen in ‘Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya’ which is expected to hit theatres on February 24.

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Music: Sachin Jigar

Lyrics: Priya Panchal

Release Date: 20 January, 2012

Track Listings:

1. Piya O Re Piya (4:48) – Atif Aslam and Shreya Ghoshal
2. Jeene De (5:13) – Mohit Chauhan
3. Pee Pa Pee Pa Ho Gaya (3:36) - Diljit Dosanjh
4. Tu Mohabbat Hai (5:20) – Atif Aslam and Monali Thakur
5. Fann Ban Gayi (3:42) – Sunidhi Chauhan and Kailash Kher
6. Piya O Re Piya (Sad) (2:37) – Atif Aslam
7. Piya (Remix by DJ Suketu) (3:01) – Atif Aslam and Shreya Ghoshal
8. Tu Mohabbat Hai (Remix by DJ Suketu) (6:29) – Atif Aslam and Monali Thakur
9. Jeene De (Coffe House Version) (3:57) – Mohit Chauhan
10. Pee Pa Desi Mix (Remix by VIP Records, UK) (3:02) – Diljit Dosanjh
11. Fann Ban Gayi Remix (Remix by VIP Records, UK) (3:16) Sunidhi Chauhan

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