"Pakistan's Wedding Season: Biryani, Brides, and Marriage Multiplexes"

Pakistan's winter months bring about a surge in weddings, with millions of people attending festivities every week between November and February. The season, known as "Decemberistan," is a time for people to put aside worries and celebrate, with Pakistani diaspora returning home for the occasion. Weddings in Pakistan typically involve multiple events and have become increasingly elaborate, with some families spending millions on a single party. Despite the financial burden, people eagerly anticipate the wedding season as a time to socialize and enjoy the celebrations.