Jennifer Lopez Sparks Outrage with Her Outfit at Lavish Billionaire Wedding Reportedly Costing over $6M

The pop star turned up the heat with a series of sparkling, daring costumes as she performed and danced to some of her biggest hits.

Jennifer Lopez performed at heiress Netra Mantena and New York tech entrepreneur Vamsi Gadiraju's wedding in India on November 23. Her performance brought plenty of extravagance to the event, and her outfit drew both criticism and praise from fans.

Jennifer Lopez Kicks off Her Performance in Show-Stopping Outfits

During the wedding ceremony, Lopez initially appeared in a shimmering pale pink saree before changing into a black cut-out bodysuit to kick off her musical performance. She danced and sang to her chart-toppers "Get On the Floor," "Waiting for Tonight," "Ain't Your Mama," and "Get Right."

For her second outfit, she donned a glittering gold ensemble complete with a matching jacket. She closed her set in a bejeweled, high-cut bodysuit paired with crystal-adorned knee-high boots.

A clip shared on X showed the Grammy nominee finishing her show by raising a toast to the bride and groom, Mantena and Gadiraju, who joined her on stage.

"May these families be united on this gorgeous day, and God bless us all," Lopez said. The footage that circulated online of the singer in her outfits generated a mix of reactions from viewers and media personalities.

Public Debate over Jennifer Lopez's Attire

Sky News host Rita Panahi criticized Lopez for her outfit, suggesting that some viewers saw the singer's attire as culturally insensitive and overly provocative. Panahi questioned whether it was appropriate for Lopez to appear in such revealing clothing at a wedding. She implied that the look could be toned down with pants or a skirt.

On the other hand, broadcaster Dee Dee Dunleavy defended Lopez. She joked that she was likely booked more for her appearance than her singing. Dunleavy added, "It was a private event, so you've had to go out of your way to get outraged, so you can be quiet."

Dunleavy emphasized that Lopez, at 56, demonstrated she still had her appeal. She noted that the couple had paid $2 million for her performance and did not expect her to appear in "overalls and gumboots."

She felt the couple got exactly what they paid for, so she questioned why there was any public backlash when the newlyweds themselves seemed pleased.

One viewer didn't hold back, posting, "I think it's very disrespectful. I think she should have dressed. Maybe in their culture for this wedding weddings are very eventful respectful [sic]." Someone else kept their reaction short but pointed, "Gotta respect the culture."

Another critic delivered an even sharper takedown, "Vulgarity at an all time high… Always fully exposed… Why couldn’t she have respect the occasion that she was performing at and dressed appropriately… Guess she’s so desperate for attention even at her old age… How pathetic could this woman be… Yukk 🤮🤮🤮💩💩💩 [sic]."

One commenter shifted the conversation entirely toward the organizers, arguing, "The social media ppl shldn't blame J.Lo for her outfits they shld blame the ppl that booked her. I'm soo sure whoever booked shld've or wld've told her what she can & can't wear regarding their culture. Blame the ppl that didn't inform J.Lo on what to wear [sic]."

Another user echoed that stance, "The 'billionaire' should have stipulate [sic] a dress code... I don't like/dislike what she's wearing, but if there are cultural mores to be followed, the 'employer' should have communicated those parameters. That was a fail on his/her part, not the artist/entertainer."

A different commenter dismissed the outrage, "She went as a performer not a guest and that’s how she dresses for her performances. If they wanted a suit and tie they should have hired Michael Buble. They knew what they were getting and the only one who’s outraged is this nobody Australian presenter who probably wishes she looked like JLo at 30 let alone 55 [sic]."

Someone else shared that perspective, "This is exactly what I would expect her to wear at a performance. This is what they paid for. If you don't like it, don't hire JLO for your wedding." And amid the criticism, one admirer offered a glowing take, "JLo in India looks like a Disney princess 👑."

Lavish Four-Day Wedding in Udaipur

The newlyweds, whose wedding featured a performance by Jennifer Lopez, are prominent and come from well-known families. Gadiraju is a highly successful tech entrepreneur. He co-founded the food delivery platform Superorder and serves as its chief technology officer.

Last year, he was also recognized on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. Meanwhile, his wife is the daughter of Rama Raju Mantena, a well-known figure in the pharmaceutical sector who currently serves as Chairman and CEO of Ingenus Pharmaceuticals.

The couple's magnificent four-day wedding in Udaipur, with costs exceeding $6 million, began on November 20. It was held in glamorous venues in western India, including Jagmandir Island Palace on Lake Pichola and The Leela Palace hotel.

Traditional Indian pre-wedding ceremonies, including the sangeet and mehendi, took place on November 21 and 22. The festivities began with haldi and mehendi rites at the Taj Lake Palace, followed by a sangeet at the City Palace complex.

The wedding ceremony itself took place on Jagmandir Island Palace, a 17th-century monument set in the middle of a lake. The bride wore a Sabyasachi red lehenga adorned with traditional, intricate zari embroidery.

The sangeet, hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar, featured performances from several Bollywood stars, including Ranveer Singh, Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Janhvi Kapoor, each delivering popular numbers.

Saturday's mehendi was a high-profile affair, with many of Bollywood’s biggest names taking part, such as Amyra Dastur and Sophie Choudry. Dia Mirza hosted the gathering while Madhuri Dixit performed a medley of her signature hits. Dixit later joined Cirque du Soleil artists for a production set to A.R. Rahman's Oscar-winning "Jai Ho."

American guests included Donald Trump Jr. and his girlfriend, Bettina Anderson, who joined in on all the festivities. Trump Jr. wore a navy sherwani, while Anderson impressed in a sparkling, nude-colored choli and lehenga.

Footage circulating online also showed Trump Jr. and Anderson being urged on to dance along to the song "What Jhumka?" from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. At one point during the celebrations, the couple was photographed dancing on stage, having gladly followed the encouragement.

Haldi, Mehendi, and Sangeet: Rich Traditions

For context, haldi, mehendi, and sangeet are traditional Indian pre-wedding rituals. Haldi involves applying turmeric as a blessing and protection for the couple. Meanwhile, mehendi sees the bride's hands and feet decorated with elaborate henna designs during a celebratory get-together.

The couple's reception was held on November 23 at the Leela Palace, one of Udaipur's most luxurious hotels. It featured multiple performances from high-profile musicians, with the opening night hosted by DJ Tiësto.

The celebrations culminated on Sunday, November 23, when Lopez delivered a show-stopping performance following the couple's exchange of vows. The wedding's design and décor were handled by Altair by Janki Desai, contributing to the event's staggering production budget.

Now, beyond its opulence, the wedding has attracted even more attention due to Lopez's controversial and widely debated outfits.