Video of ‘Rs 8.5 crore’ note shower at Punjabi wedding goes viral, family says it was just Rs 4.5 lakh including dollars

A wedding video from Punjab’s Tarn Taran has gone viral after showing currency notes raining down on a bride during a ceremony, sparking claims that Rs 8.5 crore was spent in cash. The groom’s family and event organisers have now denied the claim, saying the total amount was only a few lakh rupees, including some dollar notes.

Viral clip shows cash shower during wedding ritual

The video shows the bride standing on stage as guests toss currency notes into the air while dancing. The floor appears covered with notes, a gesture that is part of celebrations at many Punjabi weddings.

As the video spread online, several posts claimed the family had spent Rs 8.5 crore in cash, calling it a “grand cash party”. The claim quickly gained traction and turned the clip into a trending topic.

Family denies crores claim, says amount was much lower

Sikander Singh, the groom’s brother, rejected the viral claim and clarified the actual spending. Speaking to India Today, he said, “My brother runs a truck business in Australia. The marriage was on February 14. We celebrated by showering money, but it was around Rs 2 lakh. Social media exaggerated it into crores, which is wrong.”

Event organisers say total cash was around Rs 4.5 lakh

The event manager and DJ associated with the wedding also said the total cash used in the celebration was about Rs 4.5 lakh, including some dollar notes. They said they were unsure how the Rs 8.5 crore figure surfaced and spread across social media.

Even after the clarification, the video continues to draw attention and debate online. Some viewers praised the festive spirit and called it a reflection of Punjabi wedding culture. Others criticised it as a flashy display of wealth.