Karan Johar Is The Brand Ambassador of The Bridal Retreat, Conceived by E-Factor Experiences Limited; TheGlitz Pick 2025

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The Bridal Retreat

In a country where weddings are treated like blockbusters… and brides are expected to play the lead role… The Bridal Retreat arrives like the much-needed script doctor. And now, joining this genre-defying bridal reboot is none other than the blockbuster king and master of cinematic emotions himself: Karan Johar.

Yes, KJo, the man who gave us Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, is stepping into a new role… as the official brand ambassador for The Bridal Retreat, a soul-first bridal experience spotlighted by TheGlitz, where style meets substance and self-love takes centre stage.

It’s Not Just About the Lehenga, Darling

The Bridal Retreat isn’t selling dream lehengas or sangeet choreography. It’s offering something far rarer: five days of self-reflection, wellness, storytelling, and soul-level prep for life after the “I do.” Think of it as the immersive wedding experience… equal parts spa, salon, soul-search, and subtle reinvention.

…And who better to narrate this plot than Karan Johar, the undisputed czar of Bollywood love stories? But this time, it’s not just about big fat weddings or champagne-soaked pheras.

KJo Speaks

The Bridal Retreat
Karan Johar & Samit Garg

“I’ve spent years telling love stories through cinema, but The Bridal Retreat is about the story behind the scenes,” said Karan Johar. “It’s not about perfect weddings—it’s about preparing women for what comes after. This retreat offers a rare opportunity: a chance for brides to meet themselves before the world meets the bride. In a world of beautifully curated celebrations, we sometimes forget the inner transformation that marriage brings. The Bridal Retreat places that journey at the centre.”

…TheGlitz couldn’t have said it better.

From Baraat to Inner Balance

The Bridal Retreat
Samit Garg & Karan Johar

Conceived by experiential powerhouse E-Factor Experiences Limited, the Retreat is less about “bridal glow” and more about inner clarity. According to Samit Garg, Co-Founder & MD of E-Factor:

“The Bridal Retreat is not just a concept—it’s a commitment. It recognises that while weddings are important milestones, what truly shapes a woman’s journey is how she enters this new phase—mindfully, emotionally equipped, and in tune with her sense of self. With Karan Johar joining us, we’re adding another layer of meaning and purpose to this platform.”

And what a journey it is. Across five transformative days, brides-in-transition will engage in:

  • Identity & Self-Worth Workshops
  • Movement Therapy
  • Wellness & Nutrition Guidance
  • Relationship Coaching
  • Cultural Reflection & Storytelling Sessions

It’s like therapy, brunch, and a spiritual staycation had a very elegant baby.

Brides of 2025, This Is Your Calling

Launching in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Jaipur, and Goa, each edition is intimate, luxurious, and designed for maximum emotional ROI. Co-curated by Manika Garg and Sonali Thakore, the experience is personal, purposeful, and poised to become a pre-marriage milestone for the modern Indian woman.

…Because saying “yes” to yourself should come before saying “yes” to a venue, guest list, or even your partner.

The Bigger Picture: A Cultural Shift in Sequins

What started as a premium bridal experience is now morphing into a movement… one that challenges the narrative that weddings are only about shimmer, selfies, and spectacle. The Bridal Retreat champions the idea that emotional prep is just as essential as dress fittings.

And with Karan Johar in the mix, expect this message to echo far and wide, through couture circles, coffee shops, and maybe even your next group chat.

About The Bridal Retreat

An elegant five-day journey designed to prepare brides for a life beyond the altar, The Bridal Retreat blends self-discovery, wellness, expert-led sessions, and deep emotional grounding. It’s a luxurious pause before a life-changing leap, set in breathtaking locations, curated by the best minds in fashion, therapy, storytelling, and relationship science.

A concept by E-Factor Experiences Limited, co-developed with Reshma Srijay, it redefines what it means to be “bridal-ready” in the 21st century.

About E-Factor Experiences Limited

Storytellers. Experience designers. Celebration architects. Since 2001, E-Factor Experiences has delivered over 1,000 transformative events across 24 countries—from luxury weddings and destination festivals to tourism showcases and cultural epics. Their mission? To make celebration a deeper, richer, and more meaningful affair.

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