Russian pop stars congratulated newlyweds at the RUSSIA EXPO
On May 12,
the Exposition hosted a concert timed to coincide with the largest simultaneous
marriage registration - 151 couples from all over the country took part in it.
The ceremony was held as part of the first All-Russian Wedding Festival. The
general partner of the festival was the Moscow City Government.
The concert
was hosted by artists and TV presenters Alexei Chumakov and Yulia Kovalchuk.
The newlyweds performed their first dance to Yulianna Karaulova's song "Out
of Orbit".
"Dear
friends - grooms, brides, guests. I have been given an important mission:
today, May 12, 2024, in Moscow, at the All-Russian Wedding Festival, your
marriage is registered. I now pronounce you husband and wife. We wish you love
for life - may it always keep you warm. Cherish each other, take care of each
other and remember this wonderful and beautiful moment more often,"
Yulianna Karaulova addressed the newlyweds.
In
addition, on the Main Street Stage Irina Dubtsova performed the anthem of the
Year of Family in Russia. She wished the newlyweds boundless happiness.
"I
take great pleasure in congratulating every couple who today started their new
path together, hand in hand. Be happy, love, appreciate, cherish each other -
these are such simple, seemingly ordinary words, but these are really what will
make your family strong. Listen to each other, kiss, hug, make up. Everything
is very simple, and I wish you great happiness," said Irina Dubtsova.
The concert
ended with Polina Gagarina's performance. She wished the families love and
warmth of heart.
"I
want to congratulate all the beautiful young couples on today's very important
event. On this day you have united your lives. I wish you endless happiness,
endless love, may you always find support, love and most importantly - warmth
of heart in each other. Take care of each other! " said Polina Gagarina.
There was
also a festive procession at the Exposition, which was attended by newlyweds
and artists.
The
All-Russian Wedding Festival is held in Russia for the first time. Until May
19, couples from all federal districts of the country will get married at the
Exposition, and thematic days dedicated to the stages of the wedding rite and
various customs will be held. Each of them will be connected with the
traditions of Russia's regions and peoples.
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