From Glittering Banquets to Royal Guests — What to Expect from Prince Abdul Mateen's 10-Day Wedding Ceremony

Mar. 15, 2025

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Prince Abdul Mateenof Brunei is claiming the title of the first royal wedding of 2024 in glamorous fashion.

The prince, who is marrying his fiancée Anisha Isa Kalebic, is set to take part in a lavish 10-day ceremony beginning on Jan. 7, which will include banquets, musical accompaniment and the potential for some royal guests.

Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah (left) and Prince Abdul Mateen photographed in Scotland on Sept. 8, 2022.Samir Hussein/WireImage

Samir Hussein/WireImage

On Jan. 11, the prince and his fiancée will exchange wedding vows at the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, according toHello!

Three days later on Jan. 14, the new couple’s royal banquet will be held, with guests invited from across the globe. On that same day, a parade is set to be held around Brunei’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan. Festivities will conclude on Jan. 16.

While the names of guests have not been officially announced, it’s worth noting that both Prince Abdul Mateen and his father were in attendance at thecoronation of King Charles and Queen Camillaas well asQueen Elizabeth’s funeral. Back in 2011, the Sultan attended the wedding ofPrince WilliamandKate Middleton, so it’s possible that various royals from around the globe could be spotted among the crowd during the prince’s big day.

Prince Abdul Mateen (left), Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, President Joko Widodo and First Lady Iriana Widodo.ADEK BERRY/POOL/AFP via Getty

ADEK BERRY/POOL/AFP via Getty

News of the prince’s engagement first came to light via an official statement from his father, Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, in October 2023.

Mateen is the Sultan’s fourth son and 10th child. Kalebic is the granddaughter of the Sultan’s special advisor, Pehin Dato Isa, and has reportedly been dating the prince for a few years.

Mateen cuts a dashing figure in a blue suit, while Anisha smiles beside him in a chic cream pantsuit. She also crosses her hands in front of her, showing off alarge diamond engagement ring.

source: people.com