Sudha Murty and Kiran Mazumdar Shaw’s happy dance at a wedding goes viral: Who were the bride and groom |

Sudha Murty, Chairperson of the Infosys Foundation and member of the Rajya Sabha, and Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, Founder of Biocon, were recently seen dancing at a family wedding, capturing the attention of social media. Both women, admired for their contributions to business and philanthropy, showcased their lively spirits while dancing at the wedding celebration of Shaw’s nephew, Eric Mazumdar, and his bride, Ashley Pournamdari. The event took place at the Taj West End in Bengaluru.

A video shared by Anil Shetty went viral, showing the two women, both in their seventies, dancing joyfully to traditional dhol music, surrounded by family and friends. Their cheerful performance resonated with viewers, who praised their humility and authenticity despite their prominent public figures status.

Eric Mazumdar, an Assistant Professor at Caltech, is the son of Kiran Mazumdar Shaw’s brother, Ravi Mazumdar. The bride, Ashley Pournamdari, is a physician and computational biologist with degrees from UCLA and Stanford University.

• Why it matters:
  • This viral moment emphasizes the importance of celebrating life’s joyful moments, particularly highlighting the human side of prominent figures.
  • The event exemplifies how personal connections and family gatherings contribute to community and social cohesion.
• The latest: The video continues to receive widespread attention and positive reactions on various social media platforms.