Below are comments from some of our clients on the services that Pandit Vasudev Mehta has provided.
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Sheenal Thaker & Sven Olson. Wedding 8th November 2008
At London Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, London
There were several elements of the ceremony that we strongly believe were distinct and differentiating factors which we greatly preferred over other Hindu weddings we have attended. First and foremost, were Pandit Vasudev's ability to engage and communicate with the audience in both Gujrati and English. As a result, the 550 attendees were very interested in the ceremony and stayed quiet throughout. We have received numerous compliments from both Hindu and non-Hindu guests who attended, on how much they enjoyed and were fascinated by the ceremony.
Another element that we really liked, was the creativity and efficiency in which Pandit Vasudev structured the ceremonies. The brother and cousin of the bride received their Janoi during the week. As both the Janoi and the wedding ceromonies required the Ganesh Pooja, Pandit Vasudev decided to combine these and perform them the Thursday before the wedding. This was more enjoyable as her brother, cousin and aunt and uncle participated. It was also more efficient as it shortened the wedding ceremony on Saturday.
We also really appreciated Pandit Vasudev's flexibility and willingness to accomodate our requests, as well as his hard work and diligence. Pandit Vasudev spent at least 8 hours over two days meeting with us to explain, discuss and plan the ceremony. He also put significant effort in follow up calls and emails with the bride's mother. He went out of his way to accomodate the bride’s desire for a simple and elegent ceremony that could be understood and apperciated by Hindus and non-Hindus alike. Overall we were extremely happy and grateful for the wedding ceremony that Pandit Vasudev performed.
Best Regards,
Sven and Sheenal
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Pooja & Talk on Diwali Celebrations 30 October 2008
At CNWL NHS Foundation Trust Harrow
Dear Panditji, I didn't get time to thank you for your time and excellent presentation for the Diwali Pooja and the talk you gave about how and why we celebrate Diwali. It was very well received by all those who were present. Thank you again. And keep up the good work.
Nimesh Samarasinghe
Acting Deputy Manager, Harrow Drug & Alcohol Service
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Dhanmita Pandya & Vikash Boodhna Wedding 31 October 2008
At Langley Banqueting, Watford
Having Pandit Vasudev Mehta conduct our wedding ceremony was one the best decisions we made. From the outset Pandit Mehta was very professional yet approachable. My family and I went to see him about how we envisaged the wedding day pooja to be conducted and generally see if this was acceptable to all. More so for my parents, they wanted to know how the vidhi would be done, how some of our family traditions could be incorporated into the ceremony and other such detail. Pandit Mehta was accomodating in every sense, he took into consideration how we wanted the wedding to be and made it happen.
The fact that the Pandit is fluent in both English and Gujarati helped my fiance and I understand what was being done and more importantly why.
I had a particularly hectic wedding day and was constantly in touch with the Pandit with regards to any changes in my itinerary and on the day he managed the time perfectly . The Pandit conducted my konkotri (invitation) ceremony at home prior to the wedding and created a positive impression on the family. On the wedding day itself all the guests thoroughly enjoyed the ceremony and so did we. Thank you so much for making our day so special.
Dhanmita and Vikash
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Tiffany Phillips & Pritesh Patel Wedding 16th August 2008
At The Manor Hotel, Datchet, Windsor
As a mixed race couple, where the bride's parents were non-asian, we knew that having a Hindu wedding ceremony wasn't going to be easy but it was something that we both really wanted. The first time we met with Pandit Vasudev, all of our worries were quickly laid to rest. With his warm and friendly personality and his extensive knowledge of Hindu ceremonies and customs, we felt that everything was in very good hands. On the wedding day, he was brilliant! He kept everyone interested with his light-hearted explanations of what was going on throughout the ceremony but also covered all of the elements thoroughly enough that the more traditional asian family members were satisfied. Our guests thought Pandit Vasudev conducted an excellent service and they made a point of telling us so. We would highly recommend Pandit Vasudev Mehta to anyone!
Tiffany & Pritesh
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Dhanmita and Vikash
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Tiffany & Pritesh
Seema Tanna & Roopak Radia - Wedding 26th July 2008
Jayshree and I wanted to thank you for officiating at our daughter Seema's wedding on 26th July 2008 at The Brittania Hotel, Canary Wharf, and for providing advice, guidance and music contacts. Many guests remarked (unprompted) that your approach was thoughtful, unfussed, engaging and interesting. We both can only agree and feel we were fortunate to find you. With your kind of style, those contemplating hindu weddings should not feel anxious about whether a hindu wedding ceremony can be adapted to life and audience in the West. As I mentioned, I'd be happy to be a reference point for propective brides/grooms or their parents.
With best wishes.....Shashi and Jayshree Tanna, St Albans
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Minal & Vinay Weddiing, Copthorne Effingham Park, Gatwick 19 July 2008
Apologies for the delay in sending this email, we have been so busy with settling in.. etc
Vinay and I would like to thank you for full filling our dreams and wishes in the performance of our wedding ceremony on 19th July 2008. It was fantastic and we were able to understand and take in each and every precious moment within the day.
Your performance and crowd control was well achieved and that was our main concern, also you were able to take control of the stage, thus engaged the audience and made all of our guests appreciate the ceremony.
Thanks for all of your guidance and providing us with the help towards the coming months of our 'big Day'.
Keep in touch & All the best
Minal & Vinay, Edgware, 2 Sept 08
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Apologies for the delay in sending this email, we have been so busy with settling in.. etc
Vinay and I would like to thank you for full filling our dreams and wishes in the performance of our wedding ceremony on 19th July 2008. It was fantastic and we were able to understand and take in each and every precious moment within the day.
Your performance and crowd control was well achieved and that was our main concern, also you were able to take control of the stage, thus engaged the audience and made all of our guests appreciate the ceremony.
Thanks for all of your guidance and providing us with the help towards the coming months of our 'big Day'.
Keep in touch & All the best
Minal & Vinay, Edgware, 2 Sept 08
Akhil Suchak - Mandap Ropan 13 June 2008
This is just to thank you for last Friday's Mandap Ropan Vidhi for my son Akhil's wedding. I must say that you have a very good and professional approach. Our guests also gave us very positive comments about your English explainations throughout the ceremony. I shall certainly recommend you to all my friends and reletives.
Yogesh & Ansuya Suchak, Hendon NW4. 16th June 2008
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Neil Chandarana - Mandap Ropan July 2007
We were very fortunate that Pandit Vasudev Mehta conducted the MANDAP ROPAN VIDHI for my son NEIL last JULY.Everything was well conducted and explained perfectly in GUJARATI and ENGLISH (for the benefit of younger generation). Whenever we had any question regarding the ceremony he was always there to anser our question. We had a list of puja items in advance and Mr Vasudevbhai was very accomodating to the young generation. He is very punctual and he conducted the ceremony in full, at the same time, keeping in mind that some of the youngsters like short ceremony. We are very grateful to Vasudevbhai for his services.
Pratap & Sarla Chandarana Cannons Park STANMORE Middlesex
20th March, 2008.
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Wedding
Dear Pandit Vasudev,
We were very impressed by the wedding ceremony you performed for nieces wedding on the 25th August 2007 in Harrow. All the guests also commented on the wonderful way you handled the ceremony without fuss and keeping within the timeframe. I shall certainly recommend your services to all of my friends.
Jai Shri Krishna Subhash Vadgama, Hounslow, 30/08/2007
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Our Wedding
Dear Panditji, Just wanted to say a very big thank you for the wonderfull wedding ceremony you carried out for our special day. The ceremony was conducted very well in both English and Gujarati which helped a lot. Once again thank you for all your help.