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India Today
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Meet Natasha Poonawalla: The Indian Billionaire at Bezos and Sanchez's Wedding
Philanthropist and entrepreneur Natasha Poonawalla has arrived in Venice, Italy, to attend the highly-anticipated wedding of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his bride-to-be, media personality Lauren of the glitzy wedding, Poonawalla gave her followers a peek into her pre-wedding look in a video shared on video, "Celebrating Love," with hashtag #Vanice, features Poonawalla's stunning outfit for the celebrations. Lauren Sanchez reacted with a heart emoticon, whereas Indian actress Sonam Kapoor left behind a fire emoticon in admiration. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Natasha Poonawalla (@ Before the main event, Poonawalla was part of an exclusive bachelorette celebration hosted for all-girls gathering featured several A-list guests, including Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Kris Jenner, and Eva Longoria. The private event reportedly featured luxurious experiences as part of the multi-day to reports, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are set to tie the knot in a lavish ceremony, which is expected to host around 200 guests. The couple's wedding has garnered international attention, thanks to the celebrity-studded guest list and picturesque venue.A MEANINGFUL GESTURE FROM THE COUPLE In a thoughtful move, Bezos and Sanchez have requested guests not to bring wedding gifts. Instead, they are making charitable contributions on behalf of their guests. According to the wedding invitation, donations are being made to the UNESCO Venice Office, CORILA (for lagoon restoration), and other initiatives aimed at preserving Venice's cultural and environmental hope that through these efforts and by you joining us, Venice will continue to inspire wonder for generations to come,' read the heartfelt message in the IS NATASHA POONAWALLA? Natasha Poonawalla is the Chairperson of the Villoo Poonawalla Foundation and Executive Director at the Serum Institute of India. A graduate of the London School of Economics, she is known for her philanthropy, business acumen, and distinctive fashion presence at major international events.- EndsMust Watch
Time of India
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
This stylish Indian businesswoman is also attending Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding
Natasha Poonawalla, the only Indian guest at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's lavish Venice wedding, made a bold fashion statement. She wore a fiery red mini dress from AZ Factory's Spring 2022 collection, adorned with 3D heart motifs. Her confidence and sleek accessories, including a heart-shaped diamond necklace, completed the look. Move over, minimalists, Natasha Poonawalla just showed up at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's star-studded Venice wedding, and she may have been the most daring look of the weekend. As the only known Indian guest at the three-day extravaganza (kicking off June 27, 2025), the philanthropist-cum-socialite didn't just attend, she arrived. Picture this: Natasha sashayed into the celebrations in a fiery red mini dress straight from AZ Factory's Spring 2022 collection. Think strapless cut, sculpted tailoring, dramatic puffed shoulders—it was as if the dress itself was shouting, 'Here for love, and bold fashion!' The pièce de résistance? A torrent of 3D heart motifs blooming across the silhouette—an unapologetic nod to the newlyweds. There were vertical ruffles, pin-straight frills, and tassels swaying with every step, enough drama to rival the Venetian canals at night. And sure, the dress was loud, complex, and eye-catching, but Natasha's confidence? That was the real showstopper, making the whole look feel seamless rather than gimmicky. Accessories? She kept it heartfelt and sleek. A heart-shaped diamond necklace added just the right touch of sparkle without competing with the dress. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cuối cùng, chơi miễn phí game chiến thuật hay nhất 2025! Sea of Conquest Phát ngay Undo Earrings and bracelets? Nada. Sometimes less is more, especially when your outfit is already doing all the heavy lifting. Her glow was equally perfect. A bronzed, dewy face with a subtle shimmer, peach-nude matte lips, and soft contouring made her look like a sun-kissed godmother of glam. A bold winged eyeliner and mascara-fanned lashes added cheeky drama and framed her eyes beautifully. And let's talk hair: her sleek, mid-part ponytail looked effortlessly polished yet playful, wrapped with a satin red ribbon that tied back the whole look. It was the cherry on top or maybe the heart on top, given the theme. At a wedding literally about love, hearts, and a new chapter for Bezos and Sánchez, Natasha's ensemble screamed romance in the most modern, fearless way possible. When you're at a wedding that's already magazine-cover-level glamorous, she didn't just blend in, she stole the spotlight. Whether you're heading to a glam wedding or want to dial up your love-themed look, take a page from Natasha's playbook: go bold, commit to the theme, and let confidence be your best accessory.
NDTV
a day ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Natasha Poonawalla Attends Jeff Bezos And Lauren Sanchez's Wedding Festivities In A Dramatic Red Mini Dress
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's high-profile wedding has become the talk of the town. The couple have kicked started their three-day wedding festivities in Venice starting from today, June 27, 2025. Among the high-profile guests, it was Natasha Poonawalla who also made it to the esteemed wedding list. The philathropist and socialite is reportedly the only Indian invited to the grand wedding celebrations. Natasha Poonawalla made a case for avant-garde fashion as she rocked a stunning mini dress from AZ Factory's Spring 2022 collection. Fun and unapologetic, the businesswoman stole the show in the vibrantly rich red number that had drama written all over it. Safe to say, she ate and left no crumbs behind in the fearless silhouette. Strapless details, crisp tailoring and structured shoulders came together like a work of art put together piece-by-piece. . Weddings are all about "celebrating love" between two souls. Safe to say, Natasha Poonawalla's outfit was an ode to the union between Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez. The myriad of 3D heart-shaped designs dominating the outfit made it crystal clear screamed all hearts from a distance. Ruffles around the neckline, pin-straight frills, tassel elements cascading in length, served pizzazz on another level. Natasha's ensemble had a lot going on it for sure, but it was her sheer confidence that helped the entrepreneur carry the eccentric outfit effortlessly. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Natasha Poonawalla (@ The 43-year-old business personality went all out with her accessory game as well. A pretty necklace encrusted with heart-shaped diamonds offered the right amount of sparkle. Natasha Poonawalla, however, skipped earrings and bracelets. For makeup of the day, she opted for a dewy bronzed and beaming look. Her blushed cheeks with a hint of shimmer and contour sculpted her face like a true work of art. Peachy nude hued matte lips delivered another burst of colour to her already vibrant mini dress. An intense stroke of winged eyeliner and mascara-adorned lashes sealed her glam. For the finishing touch, Natasha Poonawalla tied her hair in a sleek ponytail, securing her tresses with a satin red ribbon. Natasha Poonawalla's wedding guest look to attend Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's is all hearts.
Mint
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Natasha Poonawalla turns heads at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's star-studded Venice wedding bash
Indian philanthropist and fashion icon Natasha Poonawalla made a striking appearance at Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding festivities in Venice, drawing admiration not just from fans but also from the bride-to-be herself. In a video shared on Instagram, Poonawalla gave a glimpse of her elaborate outfit for one of the pre-wedding events, captioning the post 'Celebrating Love' with the hashtag #Venice. Lauren Sanchez responded with a heart emoji, while actor Sonam Kapoor dropped a fire emoticon in the comments, echoing social media's appreciation for Poonawalla's glamorous look. Natasha Poonawalla also attended Sanchez's exclusive bachelorette party, which featured a guest list packed with global celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Eva Longoria, and Kris Jenner, according to People magazine. A familiar face at international fashion events, such as the Met Gala, Natasha Poonawalla is recognised for her bold style, philanthropic initiatives and business acumen. She is the executive director of the Serum Institute of India (SII), one of the world's largest vaccine manufacturers and is married to SII CEO Adar Poonawalla. The couple, married since 2006, has played a pivotal role in India's public health efforts, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Natasha holds a master's degree from the London School of Economics and remains an influential voice in global philanthropy and fashion. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding has taken over Venice this week, with 200 high-profile guests in attendance. While the couple has kept details under wraps, reports suggest that the official ceremony will be held on the picturesque island of San Giorgio Maggiore. Guests were requested not to bring gifts. Instead, Bezos and Sanchez are making charitable donations on behalf of attendees to organisations focused on preserving Venice's heritage and environment, including the UNESCO Venice Office and CORILA. 'This magical place has gifted us unforgettable memories,' read the wedding invite. 'Our hope is that through these efforts and by you joining us, Venice will continue to inspire wonder for generations to come.'
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Indian socialite Natasha Poonawalla's video from Jeff Bezos wedding bash wins bride Lauren Sanchez's heart
A video shared by philanthropist and businesswoman Natasha Poonawalla, who has reached Venice to attend the star-studded wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez, has received a special reaction from the bride-to-be. In the video, Poonawalla shows off her attire for the pre-wedding bash. Natasha Poonawalla reached Venice to attend the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez. (Instagram/@ 'Celebrating Love,' Natasha Poonawalla wrote as she shared the hashtag #Vanice. Lauren Sanchez replied to her post with a heart emoticon. Indian actress Sonam Kapoor reacted to the post with a fire emoticon. Earlier, Poonawalla attended an exclusive lavish bachelorette party for Sanchez. It was an all-girls celebration that included 13 high-profile guests. According to a report by People, some of the names included Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Eva Longoria, and Kris Jenner. Who is Natasha Poonawalla? She is the Executive Director of the Serum Institute of India (SII) and is married to Adar Poonawalla, CEO of SII. Born to Pramesh and Minnie Aurora, she is a socialite and philanthropist who also serves as the chairperson of the Villoo Poonawalla Foundation. Also Read: Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's 'tacky' wedding invitation draws flak: 'Taste cannot be bought' She has a bachelor's degree from Savitribai Phule Pune University and a master's from the London School of Economics. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's grand wedding: The couple is expected to marry in a star-studded event in Venice, Italy. However, they reportedly had to make last-minute adjustments following massive protests by the locals. According to Venice Mayor Luigi Brugnaro, 200 guests will attend the event. The couple requested that guests refrain from bringing gifts. 'We are excited for you to join us! We have one early request: please, no gifts. Instead, we're making contributions in your honor and with gratitude to you for making the journey to celebrate with us in Venice. Donations on your behalf are being made to the UNESCO Venice Office to safeguard this city's irreplaceable cultural heritage, to CORILA to restore the vital lagoon habitats that protect Venice's future, and to Venice,' the invite read. 'This magical place has gifted us unforgettable memories. Our hope is that through these efforts and by you joining us, Venice will continue to inspire wonder for generations to come,' it added.
