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TAMIL NADU — A fictional family has awarded a wedding its highest possible rating: three days of detailed criticism and a request for the caterer’s number.

The assessment covered flower density, stage visibility, coffee temperature and the unexplained confidence of the cousin managing the microphone. Every category received the traditional score of ‘could have been better’.

“Very nice wedding. Now, where do we begin?”

‘Very nice wedding. Now, where do we begin?’ asked one imaginary aunt, opening what witnesses initially assumed was a gift envelope. It contained notes.

Despite describing the lunch as ordinary, the review panel returned for seconds to ensure its findings were reproducible. A third serving of payasam was approved as an independent audit.

The newlyweds were unavailable for comment, having wisely left the group chat on mute. The family confirmed it would attend their next function with the same dedication.

Poda Dash

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