Bride covered in gold as lavish Turkey wedding goes viral
A lavish wedding held in Sanliurfa, southeastern Turkey, has attracted widespread attention on social media because of its extraordinary display of wealth.
The ceremony brought together thousands of guests and several prominent figures from the region. Videos and pictures from the event quickly spread online, showing the bride wearing a striking amount of gold jewellery.
One of the most talked-about moments came when the bride appeared unable to comfortably carry the weight of the jewellery. She eventually had to sit down during the ceremony.
The unusual scenes turned the wedding into a major topic of discussion online, with many viewers reacting to the scale of the celebrations.
Who were the bride and groom?
The wedding was held for 26-year-old lawyer Kahraman Zulfikar Izol and 25-year-old lawyer Nazdar Barzani.
Kahraman is the nephew of Zulfikar Izol, a former Justice and Development Party (AKP) deputy from Sanliurfa. Nazdar is the niece of Mesut Barzani, Iraq’s representative in Turkey.
Their marriage brought together guests from different parts of the region. Influential personalities and thousands of other attendees took part in the celebrations.
The ceremony was officiated by Siverek Mayor Ali Murat Bucak.
The gathering continued for hours, with the celebrations lasting until late at night. However, it was the gold, cash and jewellery presented during the event that attracted the most attention.
🔴 Gelin takıların ağırlığı nedeniyle oturmak zorunda kaldı! 📍 Şanlıurfa’da gerçekleştirilen bir aşiret düğününde, Kuzey Iraklı geline kilolarca altın takıldı. ■ Cumhuriyet altınları, altın kemer, gerdanlıklar, elmas yüzük ve altın taçla halaya kalkan gelin, takıların ağırlığı nedeniyle bir süre sonra oturmak zorunda kaldı. ■ Davetliler, para saçmak için adeta birbirleriyle yarıştı.
— Haber 7 (@Haber7) December 22, 2025
Bride’s gold jewellery becomes centre of attention
The bride wore several pieces of valuable jewellery during the ceremony.
These included gold coins, a gold belt, a necklace, a diamond ring and a gold crown. The amount of jewellery covering her outfit created striking scenes that were quickly shared across social media platforms.
The jewellery was reportedly so heavy that the bride eventually had difficulty remaining standing. Her decision to sit down became one of the moments that received particular attention online.
The display reflects a wedding tradition in which gold jewellery can play an important role in celebrations.
However, the scale of the jewellery presented at this particular event made it stand out from ordinary wedding ceremonies.
The images also gave social media users a glimpse into the lavish wedding traditions followed by wealthy families in the region.
🔴 Gelin takıların ağırlığı nedeniyle oturmak zorunda kaldı! 📍 Şanlıurfa’da gerçekleştirilen bir aşiret düğününde, Kuzey Iraklı geline kilolarca altın takıldı. ■ Cumhuriyet altınları, altın kemer, gerdanlıklar, elmas yüzük ve altın taçla halaya kalkan gelin, takıların ağırlığı nedeniyle bir süre sonra oturmak zorunda kaldı. ■ Davetliler, para saçmak için adeta birbirleriyle yarıştı.
— Haber 7 (@Haber7) December 22, 2025
Guests throw cash at the couple
Gold was not the only valuable gift presented at the wedding.
Guests gathered around the bride and groom and threw bundles of money towards the couple during the celebrations. The cash was collected by designated officials and placed into special boxes.
The presentation of money became another major part of the ceremony. Guests appeared to compete over who could offer the largest amount.
This tradition turned the wedding into more than a family celebration, with the presentation of cash and jewellery becoming a central part of the event.
The scenes also helped fuel the wedding’s popularity online, where videos of the celebrations were widely circulated.
The combination of music, crowds, gold and large amounts of cash created a spectacle that quickly caught the attention of social media users.
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Iraqi guests bring more jewellery
The celebrations continued even after the main wedding ceremony ended.
According to the reports, Iraqi guests lined up to present the gold jewellery they had brought for the newly married couple.
The jewellery was placed inside special boxes as guests took their turn. This added another striking scene to an already lavish event.
The participation of guests from Iraq also reflected the connections between the families and their wider regional links.
For those attending, the presentation of gold and money was part of the celebration and an expression of generosity towards the newlyweds.
The practice also highlights the cultural importance of gold and financial gifts at weddings in parts of the region.
