Jaskaren
Francis

Jaskaren + Francis

On Bali’s untamed west coast, where volcanic mountains meet black sand beaches and rice terraces stretch toward the horizon, Dr. Jaskaren Randhawa and Francis Yu hosted a destination wedding that felt less like an event and more like a beautifully curated world. Set over four days at Soori Bali, their celebration unfolded across six immersive events, blending fashion, Sikh and Taiwanese heritage, Balinese hospitality, and culinary artistry into a seamless, unforgettable experience. The wedding was later featured in VOGUE India, a testament to its thoughtful design and global resonance. 

What began as a chance meeting in New York and a first date at a dog park evolved into a wedding rooted in intentionality and shared values. “We wanted every detail to feel purposeful,” Jaskaren shared. “To merge our worlds through fashion, food, and culture in a place where nature itself feels sacred.” That vision found its home at Soori Bali, an architectural sanctuary known for its raw beauty and spiritual energy. Guests traveled from across the United States, Europe, and Asia, including diplomats and creatives, drawn into a setting the couple described as a magical energy vortex. By choosing one of Bali’s most remote corners, Jaskaren and Francis invited their guests to disconnect from city life and fully immerse themselves in nature, artistry, and celebration.

Fashion served as the heartbeat of the weekend. Jaskaren, a New York–based dentist, entrepreneur, and founder of SAMA, collaborated closely with her dear friend, legendary couture designer Marc Bouwer. Known for his Old Hollywood glamour and iconic designs, Bouwer created Jaskaren’s reception and after-party looks. For the reception, he designed a crystal-encrusted gown with sheer panels, a corseted bodice, and a removable cape, inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s My Fair Lady and Kendall Jenner’s 2021 Met Gala moment. Marc personally dressed the bride himself, ensuring every detail fell perfectly into place. Her after-party look, a hand-jeweled gold mini dress with sculptural hardware, radiated confidence and joy, while Francis complemented her in a bespoke Ascot Chang tuxedo.

Each of Jaskaren’s fashion moments shaped the design of the events themselves. More than 75,000 roses and peonies adorned the celebrations, unfolding like cinematic chapters. The weekend opened with a white-on-white welcome dinner beneath the stars, complete with traditional Balinese dancers trained by a local princess and fire performances, followed by late-night karaoke. The Haldi and Punjabi Maiyan ceremonies featured marigolds floating across Soori’s reflecting pools and playful nods to the couple’s first date, including a cornhole lawn. A Marrakech-inspired Sangeet brought jewel-toned tents, henna artists, and Afrohouse beats that carried the night well past midnight.

The Anand Karaj transformed Soori’s open-air lobby into an enchanted forest overlooking the ocean, layered with wisteria, chandeliers, and crystal details. Jaskaren wore a custom Tarun Tahiliani lehenga, richly adorned with handmade beadwork, pearls, sequins, and a cathedral-length veil. At sunset, guests moved to a cliffside cocktail hour before entering a custom-built glasshouse perched atop the helipad, glowing beneath thirty chandeliers. The night culminated in 600 rounds of fireworks, Cirque du Soleil–style performances, and an after-party inspired by Brooklyn Mirage, a nod to a beloved New York institution.

Food was equally intentional. Francis, co-owner of Cloud Nine Hospitality Group, collaborated with Soori’s culinary team to craft a cross-cultural menu weaving Indian, Taiwanese, Japanese, Indonesian, and French influences into one cohesive experience. From omakase to elevated Punjabi classics, each course told a story of heritage, creativity, and connection.

The weekend closed with a beach gathering where guests released sea turtles as part of Soori’s conservation program, a quiet and moving end to a celebration defined by beauty, intention, and heart.

Bali, Indonesia