Practically like sisters, Alex and Michelle's friendship dates all the way back to first grade. Apparently, they were both so shy that it was actually their teacher who noticed their friendship potential and contacted their moms to arrange a play date - they've been best friends ever since. Shared memories include countless sleepovers, getting lost in the woods, annual camping trips, girls scouts, swim team and near death adventures abroad! Fun facts about Michelle: she forages for mushrooms and has the perfect s'mores roasting technique. She has an incredible athletic ability for skiing, tennis, and tetherball - just to name a few! Alex recently had the pleasure of being Michelle's MOH in her wedding.
She lives in Maryland with her husband Mike in their beautiful new home they built together.
Rishabh's niece Anusha is a keen physics enthusiast with never ending curiosity and an insatiable appetite for knowledge. Alex first met Anusha on her trip to London over the 2020 holidays, when thanks to the lockdown, they spent countless hours playing charades, poker, and Among Us. Anusha tested Alex with her many science quizzes while Alex taught Anusha her killer olive oil cake recipe. A keen chef herself, Anusha's interests vary from listening to K-pop and random science facts, to enjoying performing arts and Manga. She dotes on her dog Coco, and loves to take him out for long walks.
Anusha lives in London, England with her parents Surabhi and Rahul, twin brother Arnav and their black lab Coco.
Alex's freshman year at PSU, which at the time was just a year-long stop on her road to UMD, proved to be a blessing in disguise, because that's where she met Alicia. They would often be spotted stretching and rehearsing the rigorous choreography in the hall minutes before class, and seemingly had a sixth sense when the other would be in need of a coffee break. "Partners in crime" as they refer to one another, Alicia and Alex were frequently mistaken as sisters or twins and had many spontaneous adventures together on and off campus. A true fashionista, Alicia has a knack for finding the best vintage clothes and styling them effortlessly. Alex feels lucky to have such a lasting, loyal and chic friend since college and they undoubtedly have many more exciting memories to make.
Alicia lives in Florida with her husband Bruno and their fur babe, Petey.
Laura and Alex met in the fall of 2007 while rushing for the Tridelta Sorority at UMD. They later became roommates and quickly discovered their shared love of all things Korean skincare. Post college, Laura traveled near and far, and after a year in London she moved to NYC where she continued to pursue her career in art. It was on Alex's visit to Laura (and her fiancé Owen)'s place in New York City that her love affair with the city first began. They introduced Alex to all the best that NYC has to offer - art, food and everything in between. Alex's move to the Big Apple may never have materialized if not for the chance to see the city through Laura's eyes!
Laura lives with her fiancé Owen in Brooklyn, New York.
Tatiana and Alex met at their job in the rehabilitation gym of the Upper East Side Nursing center. Tatiana was new, so Alex promptly took her under her wing to showed her the "rehab ropes", and they instantly hit it off as friends. Tatiana is a strong and fierce spirit with a contagious laugh who always offers so much fun, support, and an ear to listen. Alex is looking forward to returning the favor of bridesmaid in her upcoming wedding the following January.
Tatiana lives with her fiancé Chris-Allan in New Jersey.
Alex and Gina met at UESNR and have had a budding friendship ever since. Gina is an occupational therapist and has a calming and healing presence and an optimistic outlook on life. A goddess in the kitchen and a natural green thumb, she has a way of bringing life and love to all she encounters and is your go to for the best brunch recommendations.
Gina calls West Village, New York home.
From the C-Top wing of IIT Kanpur Hall 2 where Sid first met Rishabh, to the oil rigs of the Australian outback, to the cut-throat world of New York City finance, Sid has lived a life of a screenplay writer's wildest fantasy. The one constant throughout this has been his close friendship with Rishabh. They have shared in each other's happiest moments and been there for each other for their toughest. Not to mention everything in between - experiences that could someday make it to the "Indian" version of Seinfeld, their favorite show to watch together, and plenty of stuff they're taking to their graves.
Sid now calls Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania his home where he lives with his girlfriend Oksana.
Rishabh's nephew Arnav, who loves to challenge him in everything from laser tag and ping pong, to monopoly and poker, is a budding sportsperson and most recently, the local under-14 tennis champ! When home, he can usually be found glued to his computer, listening to music and reading Manga, which he also loves to draw. He shares his "Mama" (uncle in Hindi) Rishabh's sweet tooth and has little trouble devouring a stack of waffles - even on full stomach. He has recently taken a keen interest in investing and is looking forward to following Rishabh's footsteps into finance.
Arnav lives in London, England with his parents Surabhi and Rahul, twin sister Anusha and their black lab Coco.
Rishabh and his soon to be brother-in-law Ward's relationship can best be described as "bromance at first hang". Whether it's their shared love of travel and adventure, or the murky world of cryptocurrencies, they never seem to run out of topics to bond over. After a decade spent in the cozy confines of nuclear submarines, Ward is all set to tackle the dangerous world of management consulting.
Ward currently lives in Philadelphia where he's finishing his MBA.
Rishabh's A-team pick for a zombie apocalypse dystopian world, Oliver has been one of Rishabh's closest friends since the glorious days of Avenue B. Chef extraordinaire, master mixologist, expert of disguise, connoisseur of the bizarre - his skills are wide ranging and plethoric.
Having swapped the gritty streets of East Village for the sandy beaches of Ocean Beach, he now lives with his wife Tina and numerous furry kids in their beautiful home in San Diego, California.
From riding motorcycles on the highest roads in the Himalayas to jumping off the highest bungee bridge in the world in South Africa, Máté has shared in some of Rishabh's most memorable adventures over the years. Masters of spontaneous travel and epic road trips, their next adventure is always around the corner and one week's notice away.
A true global citizen and a wanderlust at heart, Máté currently calls Budapest, Hungary his home.
Rishabh met Eli shortly after moving to the Big Apple, but it took bonding over a wedding weekend across the country for their friendship to truly hit a stride. From numerous ski trips over the years to being wingmen to each other in the hunting grounds of New York City, Eli and Rishabh have shared countless experiences, and gotten into many a shenanigans along the way. Rishabh also had the honor of being Eli's best man at his wedding in 2017.
Eli lives in Astoria, Queens with his wife Rachel, daughter Sophie Anne and furry son Bigby.
Brothers from different mothers, as they fondly call each other, Rishabh and Ryan met at the gym when Rishabh finally admitted to himself he needed help getting in shape, and Ryan spotted a blank canvas to paint his masterpiece on. Numerous jumping jacks, bench presses, bicep curls and "treadmill pushes" later, while Rishabh's physique is still a work in progress, their friendship goes from strength to strength.
Ryan's energy and effervescent personality immediately impressed Alex when she first met him, and it was apparent to both her and Rishabh that there could be no one better suited to officiate their wedding.
Recently engaged, Ryan lives in New York with his fiancée Valerie.