Janice R. Andrews
Prince Abdul Mateen, who is regarded as “Asia’s most eligible bachelor,” married commoner Yang Mulia Anisha Rosnah in a lavish 10-day royal wedding that drew 5,000 guests, creating a fairytale match that enthralled the tiny country of Brunei.
On Sunday, the newlyweds marched around the capital city of Brunei, Bandar Seri Begawan, surrounded by well-wishers hoping to catch a sight of them in an open-top Rolls-Royce. The wedding was the last chapter in a love tale that had been in the news for many years.
The tenth child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Prince Mateen is well-known for his James Bond-like appearance. He has an estimated net worth of $30 billion, 7,000 vehicles, and a taste for exotic animals. He gained a huge following on the internet with his military-inspired posts, polo matches, and shirtless beach images.
Yang Mulia Anisha Rosnah, 29, the bride, comes from a less affluent but no less prestigious family. She is a graduate of the University of Bath, the granddaughter of a counsellor to Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, and the owner of the fashion and travel brand Silk Collective. Though it is unknown, the couple’s romance is said to have lasted for a number of years.
Social media was used by fans to express their happiness for the marriage. “The bride is absolutely stunning,” one commenter said. lovely couple. To all the girls who lusted after him, I say goodbye. Awaken! Reality and films are not the same thing.”
A customary powdering ritual marked the start of the grand celebrations, which included the firing of 17 cannons and a parade of 40 spear-carriers. Monday is set aside for a sumptuous feast that will highlight the extravagant way of life that Brunei’s nobility is known for.
In contrast to its Southeast Asian peers, Brunei maintains stringent Islamic regulations, an absolute monarchy, and substantial financial reserves. It also depends less on tourism. It is one of the richest nations in the world, home to almost 450,000 people.
Prince Mateen is the tenth child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, but he has no right of succession right now, thus it is improbable that he would take the throne. The royal wedding is a historic event that will open a new chapter in Brunei’s lengthy history of royal weddings.
