IV Drips at Weddings? New Trend Shocks India
For many people, the term “IV drip” immediately brings to mind hospitals and illness. However, IV drips at weddings are becoming a surprising new trend in India’s premium wedding market. Instead of being linked only with medical treatment, these drips are now promoted as a quick way to recover from the exhaustion of multi-day celebrations. As Indian weddings grow longer and more elaborate, some hosts are turning to wellness services to help guests feel refreshed rather than worn out.
Why are IV drips appearing at weddings?
Indian weddings often stretch across several days, involving late nights, heavy meals, alcohol, travel and warm outdoor venues. As a result, guests commonly feel tired, dehydrated or low on energy. Therefore, some families are arranging on-site IV stations so that attendees can rest and recover during the functions.
Although unusual, IV drips at weddings are not entirely new. Influencer Alanna Panday included an IV drip setup during her Mumbai wedding in 2023. More recently, a video from a Delhi-based clinic offering this service went viral and sparked nationwide discussion.
Who is offering these services?
A clinic named Skulpted by Kan, based in Rajouri Garden, New Delhi, provides these wellness stations at weddings and destination events across India and Asia. The centre is run by founders Dr Reetu Durga and Kanika Durga, with medical procedures supervised by plastic surgeon Dr Tapeshwar Sehgal, who has more than 18 years of clinical experience.
The clinic clarified that this is not a party trick but a medical service delivered with the same safety standards followed inside their facility
How do these IV wellness stations work?
According to the clinic, every booking includes:
- A trained medical team on-site
- A registered nurse present throughout the event
- Doctor supervision, either in person or virtually
- A mandatory pre-infusion health assessment for each guest
The clinic emphasises that safety protocols remain strict, even when provided at a wedding venue.
What goes into the IV drip?
The formulations are selected based on medical suitability and may include:
- Hydration fluids with electrolytes
- Vitamin C
- Glutathione (only when appropriate and not given if alcohol was consumed within the previous 8 hours)
These combinations are meant to support hydration and energy, rather than claim unrealistic benefits.
Why would guests need this?
Skulpted by Kan explains that long celebrations can lead to fatigue, dehydration and energy crashes. Their goal is to help guests stay comfortable and hydrated, not to encourage alcohol intake or promise instant hangover fixes.
They also state that the so-called “hangover drip” only contains clinically accepted fluids, electrolytes and Vitamin C, without any prohibited or unsafe substances.
Public reaction to the trend
When the clinic’s video circulated online, many users criticised the idea as unnecessary or even risky. Some comments questioned the cultural and moral aspects of introducing medical services into social celebrations.
However, the clinic reported that guests who actually used the service appreciated it. They added that IV drips at weddings are already common in places like Dubai, Los Angeles and Las Vegas, and India is only now exploring similar wellness trends.
Conclusion
While the idea may seem unusual at first, IV wellness stations are emerging as a luxury service aimed at managing hydration and fatigue during long celebrations. As Indian weddings continue to evolve, IV drips at weddings highlight how wellness and hospitality are merging in unexpected ways.
Source:Â Inputs from various media SourcesÂ
I’m a pharmacist with a strong background in health sciences. I hold a BSc from Delhi University and a pharmacy degree from PDM University. I write articles and daily health news while interviewing doctors to bring you the latest insights. In my free time, you’ll find me at the gym or lost in a sci-fi novel.
- Health News and Updates,People Forum
- 24 November 2025
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