Take any celebration in India and you will know that music and dance is a must. No party is complete without some thumkas and desi beats thrown in. Talk about weddings and our love towards dance and music is for everyone to see. No Indian wedding, no matter which state or place, can be considered complete without some lively music. It is a time when you will see everyone in the family, from the bride’s side to the bridegroom’s, shaking a leg to the peppy songs blaring through the generally oversized wedding speakers. If you are planning to create a playlist for an impending wedding then here’s our selection of 50 wedding songs of different languages and genres so that you have a truly fun-filled wedding.

Bollywood Wedding Songs

1. Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna (FIlm – Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge)

We begin the list with the quintessential wedding song that is a standard at most Indian weddings. Despite being two decades old, it is still a popular choice.

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2. Bole Chudiyan (Film – Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham)

This one will work great for the sangeet ceremony or the mehndi ceremony or when the bride is getting ready for the wedding. The simple beats and the desi tone of the song will surely leave you humming the tune for a long time.

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3. Dulhe Raja (Film – Hum Kisise Kum Nahin)

The song of choice in countless weddings when dulhe rajaa.k.a. the bridegroom enters the wedding venue with his team of prancing baraatis. The lyrics of the song gel so well with the moment that we can’t help but wonder whether it was specially written on request for a wedding and was later added to the movie.

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4. Tenu Leke(Film – Salaam-e-Ishq)

An ode to the marital bond, this one can get along with any ceremony but has the best effect when played at the time of entry of bridegroom on the wedding altar.

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5. Didi Tera Devar Deewana (Film – Hum Aapke Hain Koun)

Nothing can beat the charm of a clean family entertainer from Rajshri Productions’ stable. The same goes for this song, which with its adorable lyrics will surely leave everyone at the venue smiling.

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6. Navrai Majhi (Film – English Vinglish)

It not everyday that you get to hear a Bollywood wedding dance number for a Maharashtrian wedding. This sweet wedding song makes a great fit for almost every wedding function and ceremony.

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7. Saajan Ji Ghar Aaye (Film – Kuch Kuch Hota Hai)

An adorable song for the groom’s family to tease the bride-to-be and her family. It works great even for the sangeetceremony.

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8. Bumbro Bumbro (Film – Mission Kashmir)

This one is an adaptation of a popular Kashmiri folk song and its fast tempo and adorable lyrics make it an apt wedding song.

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9. Mehndi Rang Layee(Film – Chal Mere Bhai)

The title says it all! The perfect song for mehndi night. Play it along when the bride is getting the mehndi done and the rest of the family members can shake a leg.

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10. Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (Film – Mujhse Shaadi Karogi)

Before you go to the formal vows, dulhe rajacan pop the question to his to-be bride, right on the wedding day, with this Bollywood song.

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Telugu Wedding Songs

11. Super Machi (Film – S/OSatyamurthy)

This one is a popular track in Telugu weddings. It is a fast-paced folk song that’s got undeniably punchy drum beats. Incidentally, the lyrics of the wedding song are also written by the composer himself.

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12. Meghallo Sannayi Ragam Mogindi (Film – Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu)

It is a beautiful wedding song which captures the feeling of celebration of a Telugu wedding is. It is a lively composition that reflects on the essence of the various wedding ceremonies and festivities that are associated with a traditional Telugu wedding.

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13. Rama Chakkani Sita (Film – Godavari)

A soothing wedding song that packs a distinct classical charm. Despite having a slow tempo, it is something, which is a must-play at every Telugu wedding.

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14. Srirastu Subhamastu (Film – Pelli Pustakam)

It is an iconic song which rings a chord with weddings and wedding ceremonies, and along with that makes an expression of various nuances of the relationship between a newly-wed couple.

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15. Pidikita Talambrala Pelli Kuthuru – Annamacharya Keerthana

This one leans more on the conservative side but in spite of that is a song which is quite likely to played at a Telugu wedding. It is an Annamacharya Keerthanawritten by Annamayya, a poet-saint, who lived in the 15th century. This song is one of the very traditional and soulful Telugu wedding songs that lays focus on the beauty of the bride and the institution of marriage.

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16. Siggoo Poobanthi Isire Seetha Malacchi (Film – Swayam Krushi)

Now here is a song which is primarily about the the love and understanding between a couple. This one makes a quintessential Telugu wedding song that appeals to all age groups.

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17. Alanati Ramachandrudu (Film – Murari)

It is a super-hit Telugu wedding song which is played by default in most Telugu weddings.

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18. Aidhurojula Pelli (Film – Varudu)

It is a popular song amongst youngsters and has a theme which is a modern take on the ceremony of marriage. Since the release of the song, it has been a regular at most Telugu weddings.

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19. Regu Mullole (Film – Chandamama)

The bubbly song in the movie depicts a proper wedding scene. This can be considered as one of the most lively Telugu wedding songs of this decade.

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20. Maate Mantramu (Film – Seethakoka Chiluka)

It a classic wedding song from the early 1980’s, which with its melodious music and soulful lyrics will surely leave a mark on your mind. No wonder it makes a great fit for any Telugu wedding.

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Tamil Wedding Songs

21. Athan Varuvaga – (Film – Dumm Dumm Dumm)

This is considered one of the most popular Tamil wedding songs ever. It is a song, which speaks of the festivities of the wedding to a coy bride.

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22. Kummi Adi – (Film – Sillunu Oru Kaadhal)

This one is amazing fast-paced folk style song, which is bound to make you groove to the rhythm. A village wedding song, with the beats getting faster and faster by the end of the track, this one makes for a great song to complete the wedding bash with a bang.

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23. Vasanthamullai – (Film – Pokkiri)

Despite being a slow-paced fun song, it features some funny lyrics and some interesting twists in the track. Overall, this is a song that can be equally enjoyed by young and old.

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24. Maduraikku Pogathadi (Film – Azhagiya Tamil Magan)

Another fast number from actor Vijay’s endless list of hit songs, the rhythm of the song will get to your spine. Replete with naadaswaram,dafli, tavil and anything else you can play for a celebration, this is a Tamil wedding song you cannot get tired of!

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25. Valayapatti Thavile (Film – Azhagiya Tamil Magan)

Another hit song from the Tamil film Azhagiya Tamil Magan, and one of the most catchy tracks. A happy and fast number, the song even features some different ragas of Carnatic music in a playful way.

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26. Vaada Mappillai (Film – Villu)

It is a playful duet, which makes a great track for the bride and bridegroom to take on the wedding dance floor with their own moves. The song’s melodious tune makes it the song of choice when it comes Tamil wedding festivity.

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27. Pista The Run Anthem (Film – Neram)

It is fast song that might seem meaningless to many but packs a rhythm, which you can’t help but notice. No wonder it is a popular wedding song among the younger generation.

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28. Selfie Pulla (Film – Kaththi)

Selfie Pullais a must-have on every Tamil wedding song list. The song garnered more than 8 million views on YouTube and has become sort of a sensation.

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29. Varathe Nadikarayoram (Film – Sangamam)

A beautifully catchy Tamil song, which features an unique rendition of the Qawwali genre. This song is about a man falling in love at first sight with a woman, while walking by the riverbank. He then serenades her with this wonderful song making this a great choice for any Tamil wedding.

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30. Ottagathai Kattiko (Film – Gentleman)

This can be easily called a Tamil classic. The change of beats in between gives a nice twist in the song, which along with the catchy rhythm creates a tune that is hard to forget.

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English Wedding Songs

31. Just The Way You Are (Artist – Bruno Mars)

This is one of the best songs that you can play at your wedding. Its simple tune with the charming voice of Bruno Mars makes it a great song, especially for the moment when the bride walks down to the wedding altar.

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32. Marry Me (Artist – Jason Derulo)

The title of the song says it all. The lyrics of the song work great to capture the voice of the groom’s heart.

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33. How Long Will I Love You (Artist – Ellie Goulding)

It is a great one for those having a love marriage, but works equally well for those having an arranged wedding too. The wordings of the song are all about loving each other forever – truly and unconditionally.

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34. All of Me (Artist – John Legend)

Marriage is all about the merging of two souls. No song better captures this sentiment than this one.

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35. I Get Knocked Down (Artist – Chumbawamba)

This one is all about dancing, singing and merry-making on the once in a lifetime occasion of wedding. Have a gang of your college friends turning up for your wedding? Just play this track, crank-up the volume and celebrate your wedding day away.

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Bollywood Wedding Dance Songs

36. London Thumakda (Film – Queen)

You can’t imagine a Punjabi wedding without this song. The Punjabi beat with the offbeat lyrics make it a full-on wedding song that seems to have been written and composed exclusively for vibrant Indian wedding.

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37. Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan (Film – Roy)

This one is great for the moment when the bride and groom decide to shake a leg. The catchy intermittent beats will just leave your feet tapping.

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38. Banno Tera Swagger (Film – Tanu Weds Manu Returns)

A twist to a popular Punjabi folk-wedding song, this one has words that will surely leave the elders amused too.

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39. Gal Mithi Mithi (Film – Aisha)

A perky song with some peppy Punjabi lyrics, it is a sure shot way to make everyone break into a jig.

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40. Saadi Gali (Film – Tanu Weds Manu)

This one has the energy that’s apt for a wedding song. Surely will leave you dancing with all the vigour you have got.

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41. Aahun Aahun (Film – Love Aaj Kal)

If you love the bhangra type of wedding dance then this one makes a great accompaniment to your ‘hadippa’ moves.

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42. Lat Lag Gayee (Film – Race 2)

Bring some nifty vibes to the sangeetceremony with this track.

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43. Dhating Naach (Film – Phata Poster Nikla Hero)

With quirky lyrics and a fast-paced tune, this one is a track that will surely set up the mood for everyone to break into some groovy dance moves.

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44. Genda Phool (Film – Delhi 6)

The funky beats accompanied with vernacular lyrics make this a awesome song for the sangeet and mehndi ceremonies. Works great even as a wedding dance number.

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45. Desi Girl (Film – Dostana)

The lyrics of the song focus on innate qualities of a desi girl, which make her truly beautiful. The pace of the song is such that it can make anyone break into a dance at the wedding party.

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46. Ainvayi Ainvayi (Film – Band Baaja Baarat)

The fast tempo of the song is truly enticing and the rhythm coupled with the adorable lyrics make it a must-have on your list of must-play wedding songs.

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47. Saturday Saturday (Film – Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania)

Great club song that makes an awesome wedding dance song too. If your wedding really happens to be on a Saturday, then you just can’t miss this.

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48. Badtameez Dil (Film – Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani)

Once the beat kicks in, you just have to let the moves loose.

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49. Party On My Mind (Film – Race 2)

Wedding is no short of a party, a party which you will have once in a lifetime and the one you intend to enjoy the fullest. A great dance number that will sync well with your feelings on the D-day.

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50. Tune Maari Entriyaan (Film – Gunday)

Even those numb to the most funky wedding music will not help but dance along when this track starts playing.

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So these are our selection of some groovy tracks to add some spice and vibrancy to the very special day of your life. Having anything to add? Do share!

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