Abdul Rahim Sarban Bero" is played in every Persian wedding as the bride walks to the aisle, in the same manner as Wagner's Bridal Chorus "Here Comes the Bride" is played each time a bride in the west walks the aisle. His song such as Ay Sarban is covered by hugely popular singers such as Googoosh (from Iran) and Ahmad Zahir from Afghanistan. Every successful musician from Ahmad Zahir to Farhad Darya cite him as one of their main influences. Sarban was born in Saragy, an old area of Kabul to the prominent and highly respected Mahmoody family. His father was a well
The Bride Show are brides-to-be and their families, as well as Middle Eastern women; and fashionistas who enjoy fashion, beauty and style. The Bride Show Abu Dhabi attracted 14,949 consumers in 2011. It is highly established as the largest gathering of women, in the region, who are either planning their wedding or are interested in fashion, beauty and style. It is held at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The Bride Show Dubai showcases bridal couture from international brands at its fashion show including events like marriage guidance, cooking shows and parlor treatments to go with the wedding theme. Over 20,000 visitors participate