60th Birthday celebrations, Delhi
shashtiabdhapoorthi celebration, 60th birthday celebration, doctor couple
I got the wonderful opportunity to document the very traditional and beautiful Shasthiabdhapoorthi (60th birthday celebrations) of our family doctor a few months back.
Shashtiabdhapoorthi is a Sanskrit name for a special ceremony on a person's sixtieth birthday. Shashtiabdhapoorti is celebrated on completion of 60 years of age of a person. This term is derived from Sanskrit in which Shashti means sixty; Abda–year; Poorthi-completion.
Spanning 2 days, the event was held at Sri Sarada Vidya Kendra in Delhi. Their children and other relatives flew in from across the world to celebrate this big milestone function.
Both of them were so relaxed as they went through the event - given that tamil-brahmin ceremonies can be very intense and intensive.
Dr. Rajam looked gorgeous in all of their kanjeevarams. And Dr. Ramachandran was as tranquil as ever.
This album has so many of my favourite images that selecting a few for the blog was very tough. So please bear with me for this longish set - and do show your support by liking, commenting and sharing my work :)
About me
Hi! I’m Shambhavi Kartik, a photographer-mom based in Bangalore, specialising in family event photography, milestone celebrations, housewarmings, anniversaries and cultural ceremonies since last 10 years. My approach is natural and candid, focused on capturing real emotions, genuine interactions and the warmth that defines every family gathering.
From intimate poojas and housewarming ceremonies to anniversaries, reunions, first and 60th birthdays, I photograph each event as it unfolds—full of laughter, connection and the little details that make your family story unique. Parents, grandparents, siblings and kids all play a part, and I love documenting those relationships in a heartfelt, storytelling way.
For family event photography in Bangalore and Delhi, feel free to reach out at enquiry@shambhavik.com or +91-9717006887. I’d be delighted to help you preserve the moments that bring your family together.