Actress **Mara Lukam** Celebrates Joyous Triple Wedding Ceremony
From ‘Ordinace’ Star to a New Chapter in Angola and Slovakia
Actress and model **Mara Lukam**, beloved by audiences for her role in “Ordinace v růžové zahradě,” is embracing what she describes as the happiest period of her life, having recently exchanged vows three times.
A Fusion of Traditions: Angolan and Slovak Celebrations
The actress confirmed the joyous occasions with a radiant smile, stating, Yes, I went, happily.
The first ceremony was an intimate, formal affair with close loved ones. We were there, Witnesses Plus **Lydka** (Lydia Eckhardt, Note.) and the other is so traditional in Africa. Last Saturday I had larger, Slovakia,
**Mara** revealed, sharing that her husband is Slovak.
Navigating Family Approval in Angola
Securing her husband’s family’s blessing proved a significant step, particularly with her brother’s initial sternness. When my husband wanted him to give us the green to the asking, my brother said – wait, you still have time. But when they met in Angola, they sat down very much,
**Mara** recounted with a laugh. She highlighted the cultural importance of the “asking” ceremony in Angola, where it holds more weight than the wedding itself, permitting the couple to live together as if married.
A Cherished Bond with Designer **Lydia Eckhardt**
Fashion designer **Lydia Eckhardt**, whom **Mara** considers a maternal figure, was a crucial part of the Angolan “asking” ceremony. Lydka is my Slovak mother. I can’t imagine going to the asking and Lydka wouldn’t be there. I wouldn’t even be happy. Lydka just belonged there, she had to go,
**Mara** explained. The designer also presented **Mara** with an exceptional gift, details of which are shared in an accompanying video.
The tradition of marriage proposals varies globally, with some cultures emphasizing lengthy courtship and family involvement. For instance, in some parts of India, elaborate ceremonies and negotiations between families are commonplace before a wedding can take place, reflecting deep-rooted cultural customs that can span weeks or months (Source: The Knot, 2024).
