Inside Pakistani star Anoushey Ashraf’s dreamy Mehndi in Turkey: Colour, couture, and a whole lot of heart

Dubai: Anoushey Ashraf knows how to make an entrance — and this time, it wasn’t just on-air.

The celebrated Pakistani actress, RJ and former VJ has officially kicked off her wedding celebrations in great style, starting with an intimate-yet-glamorous mehndi ceremony set against the stunning backdrop of Turkey.

Though she quietly tied the knot in a low-key nikkah last June, the Karachi-born talent is now celebrating her love story with a full-blown festive affair — and the internet simply can’t look away.

Clad in a kaleidoscopic Nomi Ansari gharara, Anoushey brought a riot of colour and charisma to every frame. The look, equal parts heritage and haute, was a perfect match for her infectious spirit. Her husband Shahab opted for a timeless white sherwani — understated, classic, and utterly dapper.

From their romantic, reel-worthy couple dance to Anoushey’s sassy solo performance to Makhna, the night was a masterclass in modern desi celebration — vibrant, emotional, and unapologetically joyful.

Her grand descent down a flower-lined staircase on her father’s arm set the tone for the evening — emotional, meaningful, and straight out of a fairytale. Guests showered her with cheers, petals, and prayers.

But the most touching tribute came not from the stage, but from a guest, who wrote:
“She’s the centre of our little universe — quite literally the middle child, the glue that holds us together. Flying in from Karachi to attend birthdays, Eids, or just to give me company when I was down… she’s always shown up for all of us. Watching her shine in this moment with Shahab — our handsome ‘third boy’ — is everything."

Among those present were close friends and celebrity well-wishers such as Ayesha Omar, Ali Hamza, and her longtime confidant Dino Ali, who shared a moving tribute of his own.

The wedding looks were equally dazzling — Anoushey and her sister Alizeh wore vibrant Nomi Ansari creations, while Anushka and the bride’s sister-in-law turned heads in Nickie Nina ensembles.

If this mehndi is anything to go by, Anoushey Ashraf’s wedding journey is shaping up to be nothing short of magical — wrapped in love, style, and the kind of joy that lingers long after the music fades.