Salonee’s younger sister, ultimate cheerleader, and undisputed fashion icon. A creative genius who can turn anything into a masterpiece and will notice if even a single flower in an arrangement is slightly out of place. The one who taught Salonee how to have fun, she is always on the same team, especially when that team is mildly and lovingly against the rest of the family. From birthday trips to Goa and late-night movie marathons with Maggi to tracking down the newest restaurant in Bombay and stocking Salonee up on peri peri before she flies back to the US, Sanskriti makes sure her sister always has the best of everything. Weddings, life, and basically the entire universe are brighter, bolder, and infinitely more stylish with her around.

Jordan is Jacob’s brother and best man. Jacob owes all of his fondest childhood memories to Jordan - exploring the farm on hot summer days, inventing new sports, and on more than one occasion digging a hole in their backyard so deep that their parents had to shut it down. As they grew up, Jordan was Jacob’s number one role model and the person he could always turn to for advice. Today, Jordan is the smartest, noblest, and most caring person that Jacob knows. Despite distance and leading an incredibly busy life, Jordan is always available for a phone call to talk about whatever is top of mind. Jacob can’t imagine what his life would be like without his big brother always being there as both his friend and most trusted mentor.

Bridesmaid, lifelong best friend, and one of Salonee’s greatest partners in crime. They have known each other since high school, and Aishwarya has influenced Salonee’s life in ways no one else could. Always the globetrotter of the group, she now calls Germany home, but miles and time zones are no match for their friendship. Whether they’re prank calling friends or screaming with joy on bumper cars, Aishwarya is always there with wisdom, support, and a spirit that makes every adventure feel extraordinary. She proves that friendship can cross any distance, beat any odds, and make every adventure unforgettable in its own way.

Hunter is one of Jacob’s oldest friends. They met in grade school when they bonded over their favorite baseball batting stances and Hunter’s dad selling seed corn to Jacob’s dad. They shared countless memories in high school through their mutual love of sports, NBA 2K, and doing anything and everything to avoid sitting still. Today, they never go too long between a phone call talking through their careers, their fascination with travel, and what is next in life. Even as their interests have evolved over the years, Jacob remains in awe of Hunter’s passion, caring nature, and unrelenting drive to show up and stay connected to his friends despite living thousands of miles apart.

Bridesmaid, college best friend, and someone who knows Salonee’s heart like no one else. With a heart of gold, she is caring, witty, and brilliantly loyal. Bold, thoughtful, and unwaveringly supportive, she speaks her mind and always has Salonee’s back. Whether they’re taking a drive to the next town over for bubble tea, pulling all-nighters, dancing endlessly, or getting lost in never-ending conversations, Yashi makes every moment joyful, lively, and full of heart. She makes every day feel like an adventure worth remembering.

Drew and Jacob have been friends since 6th grade, when their brothers played on the same travel baseball team and Jacob and Drew would alternate their time during games between Jacob asking Drew to play catch and Drew asking Jacob to play soccer. Drew was always there as a confidant and support system while he and Jacob navigated competitive high school class schedules, college applications, and years later career moves that took them to opposite ends of the country. Today, Drew is best known by his friends for his ability to bring a smile to any situation and generate a much-needed calm in every room he is in.

Bridesmaid and one of Salonee’s best friends. Nish is one of the kindest, most welcoming people around. Wise, thoughtful, and mature beyond her years, she has the calm and insight of a sage while still being endlessly fun and full of energy. Whether they are dancing the night away, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago, or driving through a snowstorm just to get to Christkindl, Nish makes every adventure memorable. She navigates every city like a culinary compass, knowing exactly where to find the best coffee, grab a meal or discover the best hidden spots. She turns every adventure into a story worth telling.

Eric and Jacob have always been joined by a shared love of sports of any form. Whether it’s volleyball, backyard wiffle ball, or a game of pool basketball, you could call Eric the Michael Jordan of neighborhood sports, always bringing his A Game and making those around him better. That same sentiment carries through to life outside of sports as well, where Eric is one of the most genuine, kind-hearted, and mature people you could ever hope to meet. He always carries himself in a way that makes those around him want to be their best, most authentic self.