In 2026, wedding choreographer Sumit Khetan won the WeddingSutra Platinum Award for Best Wedding Choreographer for the sixth year in a row, and six Great Indian Wedding Awards (GIWA) across the Bronze, Silver and Gold categories. The year also marks a full decade of recognition at GIWA, and close to 20 years since he began his career in dance.
For the families who trust us with their sangeets, these awards are a reflection of their celebrations. Here is what the milestones mean, and how two decades of work led here.
2026 at a glance
| Milestone | What it means |
|---|---|
| 20+ years | Of dance, choreography and entertainment |
| 6 consecutive years | WeddingSutra Platinum Award for Best Wedding Choreographer |
| 10 years | Of recognition at the Great Indian Wedding Awards (GIWA) |
| 6 GIWA awards in 2026 | Across the Bronze, Silver and Gold categories |
| 551 varmalas | Choreographed in under 60 seconds |
| Guinness World Records | Recognition for the landmark mass-wedding achievement |
Six consecutive WeddingSutra Platinum Awards
WeddingSutra is one of India’s most influential wedding platforms, and its Platinum Award is its highest level of recognition. Winning it for Best Wedding Choreographer six years running puts Sumit Khetan in rare company: consistent recognition at the top, year after year, rather than a single standout season.
A decade at the Great Indian Wedding Awards
2026 marks ten years of recognition for Sumit at the Great Indian Wedding Awards. At the latest edition he added six more GIWA awards across the Bronze, Silver and Gold categories, making him one of the most decorated choreographers in the history of the awards.
From choreography to complete wedding experiences
When Sumit started out, wedding choreography mostly meant teaching families a few routines. Over nearly two decades, his work has grown into something much bigger. Today Sumit Khetan Entertainment Co. (SKE) handles the whole creative side of a celebration:
- Artistic direction, storytelling and concept
- Music and choreography
- Professional performers, costumes and props
- Production and show direction
The result is a sangeet that feels theatrical, cinematic and deeply personal, whether it is a large-scale production or an intimate, highly curated evening. The team has created celebrations across India and at international destinations. The philosophy behind it is simple: a wedding performance should not just entertain an audience; it should tell the family’s story.
Beyond weddings: Bollywood and television
Sumit’s choreography credits reach well beyond weddings. They include work associated with Bollywood and some of India’s best-known television shows, including Bigg Boss and The Kapil Sharma Show, and collaborations with leading artists across the entertainment industry. His formal training began at Shiamak Davar’s Institute of Performing Arts, followed by international training at the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance in New York.
551 varmalas in under 60 seconds: a Guinness World Record
One of the most remarkable moments of Sumit’s career came at a landmark mass wedding celebration, where he choreographed 551 varmala ceremonies in less than 60 seconds. The feat was recognised by Guinness World Records, at an event attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It showed what has become a signature of his work: artistic choreography delivered at enormous scale, with precision.
“The awards are a reflection of the people who trust us”
For me, these awards are not just about trophies. They represent the trust that families, planners and clients place in us to turn one of the most important celebrations of their lives into an unforgettable experience. Six consecutive Platinum Awards and a decade of GIWA recognition are incredibly humbling. They also remind me that after almost 20 years, the responsibility is to keep evolving, keep creating and keep raising the bar for what wedding entertainment can be.
Sumit Khetan, Founder and Artistic Director, SKE
What’s next
Sumit’s larger vision goes beyond choreography: a creative wedding entertainment and planning ecosystem where art, storytelling, production and celebration come together under one creative vision. After nearly two decades, the next chapter is only beginning.
See the full list on our awards page, read more about Sumit, or start planning with our sangeet planning checklist.
Frequently asked questions
Sumit Khetan has won the WeddingSutra Platinum Award for Best Wedding Choreographer six years in a row, most recently in 2026.
He won six Great Indian Wedding Awards (GIWA) across the Bronze, Silver and Gold categories. 2026 also marks ten years of recognition for him at GIWA.
Sumit Khetan choreographed 551 varmala ceremonies in under 60 seconds at a mass wedding celebration attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The feat was recognised by Guinness World Records.
Sumit Khetan is a Mumbai-based wedding choreographer and artistic director, and the founder of Sumit Khetan Entertainment Co. (SKE). He has over 20 years of experience in dance and entertainment, with credits in luxury weddings, Bollywood and television, including Bigg Boss and The Kapil Sharma Show.
About the author
Sumit Khetan is a Mumbai-based choreographer and artistic director, and the founder of Sumit Khetan Entertainment Co. (SKE). He has worked in dance, choreography and entertainment for over 20 years, and his work spans luxury weddings in India and abroad, Bollywood and television.
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