In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve Season 4 powered by Pulse Golmol, Bani Anand interviews acclaimed wedding photographer Joseph Radhik. From Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, and many more, Joseph is the photographer India's biggest celebrities want for their wedding. In this podcast, Joseph shares his journey from a corporate job to founding Stories by Joseph Radhik and becoming one of India’s top wedding photographers.
What began as a goal to shoot for 100 days a year soon turned into high-profile assignments, including Allu Arjun’s wedding and a major event in Bali. A highlight is his reflection on capturing a candid moment between Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma—a reminder that real emotions cannot be staged.
In this interview, Joseph Radhik explains that by limiting himself to 10–15 weddings a year, he can offer personalised aftercare—such as photo edits or file recovery, even years later.
Joseph prefers a documentary style—even for celebrity weddings like Virat-Anushka or Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal—aspiring to become the “Raghu Rai of weddings.” He values trust deeply and often signs NDAs (non-disclosure agreements) which is why we see a limited set of pictures online from Bollywood celebrity weddings.
He reflects on the discreet lives of India’s ultra-wealthy, contrasting them with the rare public spectacle of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani's wedding.
In this podcast, Joseph Radhik emphasises that true joy often lies in simple, quiet moments—a father’s proud glance, a grandmother sipping champagne.
During the interview, he critiques the rise of social media pressure, where brides—particularly influencers—prioritise fast content over meaningful storytelling. For Joseph, real success lies in client satisfaction, not Instagram likes.
He underscores that Indian weddings are more than a couple’s story—they are cultural milestones centred around family. The goal is to create timeless images that spark “Remember when…” moments, capturing not just grandeur, but genuine, intimate connections.
Comparing celebrity and non-celebrity weddings, Joseph notes that while all have public and private moments, grounded stars carefully curate what they share. He cites Saif and Kareena’s single iconic portrait and Virat and Anushka’s intimate yet selective sharing as examples of this balance. His advice to photographers: “Believe in love”—because real emotion exists even in the most extravagant settings.
He shares a funny moment from Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas’s wedding—he only realised that Nick was a singer when the Jonas Brothers performed.
To stay balanced, he prioritises sleep and relies on his seasoned 15-member team at 'Stories'. With a shared style, they cover 35–40 weddings a year, allowing Joseph to focus on key moments while delegating the rest.
He debunks the myth that candid photography is new, stressing that emotion, not perfection, is what drives timeless images. One favourite candid? An unplanned moment of Anant and Radhika being lifted by friends mid-celebration.
Outside work, Joseph enjoys a quiet life with his wife, Devika Narain, one of the most celebrated wedding designers in India, though they rarely collaborate.
(00:00) Episode begins
(01:47) Being one of India’s top photographers
(06:21) Why Joseph shoots only 10–15 weddings a year
(11:10) Clients asking for photo replicas
(14:30) “I have one of the best jobs at a wedding”
(17:05) Moment vs. photo quality
(19:19) Role of relationships in business
(23:01) Dealing with drunk guests
(23:45) What makes a great wedding photo
(29:09) Meaningful photos vs. flashy creativity
(31:29) Signing NDAs for weddings
(33:26) On Radhika & Anant Ambani's wedding
(34:40) On privilege
(36:21) Opulence becoming invisible
(38:34) Two must-have wedding shots
(41:26) Social media delivery pressure
(43:22) India’s wedding obsession
(45:36) India vs. West: wedding photography
(47:16) Sangeet and the dance obsession
(51:49) Celebrity vs. regular weddings
(54:41) Working with wife Devika Narain
(57:12) First come, first serve clients
(01:01:41) Wedding fails & what happened at Priyanka & Nick’s wedding
(01:06:22) Grooms & photo consciousness
(01:07:03) Managing sleep during shoots
(01:09:36) Candid moments in Indian weddings
(01:10:47) Capturing key moments like Varmala
(01:13:03) Creatives and imperfection
(01:13:28) How Joseph Radhik unwinds
(01:15:49) Working with his wife
(01:19:24) Game: Golmol or Not?
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