Most billionaires live in an alternate universe. Many have God like complexes and use their money to bring change in the world as they see fit, not necessarily in a positive way.
Coming to the Ambani’s they do it because they can. They are the modern day equivalent of royalty from the days gone by. Yes they could be tasteful about these weddings but they have decided to use these occasions as marketing opportunities, to show their clout and stay relevant. I used to be turned off by these extravagant over the top events but now have become an interested observer.
Moreover, speaking of vulgar displays, we see so many rich people and not so rich people flashing their jewels, cars, clothes, extravagant weddings, vacations and so on. None of these are necessities. An argument could be made that this money would be better spent on charity. So it’s all relative. I guess for the Ambanis, this is how they wish to celebrate their events with money which is just a drop in the bucket for them.
Life is a struggle for ordinary folks everyday and therefore this display of wealth is resented. Perhaps it would be prudent for the Ambanis to not be so flashy.
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