Directly translated: Leave the Mehndi on. This is a very popular Bollywood song about Mehndi, wedding, and everything else in between!
One of the larger aspects of the Indian culture - donning the Mehndi - is seen to be a big deal on many different occassions including Indian weddings. No wedding is complete without the decoration of the bride's hands and feet with intricate designs. Mehndi signifies the strength of love in a marriage. It is believed that the darker the Mehndi colour, the stronger the love and the bond between the bride and the groom.
But, one can also put it on even when there isn't a special ocassion! Which is what Faiza (the daughter of the family i'm living with) did for me. She designed my palms, free-hand, letting her creativity flow. You seriously need talent to draw it for someone else.
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