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The evening courtyard at Gundal Wada, tulsi vrindavan at the centre, teak pillars and lit lanterns under the tiled eaves.

गुंडाळ वाडा Gundal Wada: pre-wedding and photoshoot location near Pune

Heritage shoot location · Pune

Gundal Wada

A Peshwa-era wada built for forever shoots

A Peshwa-era wada near Pune, for your pre-wedding, Haldi, festival and portrait photoshoots. Wada 1 in Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and Wada 2 about 28 km from Pune at Vadhu, Koregaon Bhima.

Peshwa-era wada·Open stone chowk·Carved teak arcade·Cusped arches·Sky above·Pre-wedding shoots·Haldi & Kumkum·Festival & Sankranti·Portraits & Reels·

The courtyard

अंगण

Where the shoots happen

Two wadas, many distinct corners: the open chowk, the carved arcade, the stone walls and the jharokha above them.

History

इतिहास

The story of Gundal Wada

Gundal Wada is a heritage property near Pune that brings the rich history of Maharashtra to life. It is built in the traditional wada style, the grand mansion popular in the Maratha and Peshwa eras, with classic stone walls, wooden pillars and a big open central courtyard, the chowk, that keeps the house cool and bright.

While many old historic homes have faded away, Gundal Wada has been carefully protected and restored. Today it connects the past with the present as a cultural studio: vintage rooms and majestic royal looks that make it the perfect backdrop for traditional Indian photoshoots, festivals and family celebrations.

A bride in a navy-and-gold saree, nath and gold jewellery, framed in the wada's carved teak jharokha window with marigold garlands and a brass lantern beside her.
The jharokha, dressed for a shoot

Official Rate Card

दर पत्रक

Shoot packages for both heritage venues

Transparent tariffs with dedicated shoot time. Choose your preferred venue, duration, and styling arrangement.

Wada 1 - Heritage studio at Indrayani Nagar, Bhosari
Location 01 · Bhosari

Wada 1

Carved teak jharokha, traditional diwankhana, and chulghar setting

Studio Setting
Standard Session

Gold Package

3 Hour exclusive house access

₹6,000/-

3 Hours Session

Whole house will be offered, but without decoration. Perfect for clean architectural shots, authentic wooden backdrops, and natural light portraits.

Includes: Full property access (3 Hours)Book Gold (3h) →
Full Experience
Decorated Studio

Platinum Package

5 Hour session with choice decoration

₹12,000/-

5 Hours Session

  • Whole House Access: Full property provided for complete 5-hour duration
  • Custom Decoration: Whole house offered with decoration of your given choice
  • Ideal for comprehensive wedding looks, multiple saree changes & reels
Ideal for: Elaborate pre-weddings & Haldi looksBook Platinum (5h) →
Custom Extras

Special Add-ons & Extras

Available to complement your shoot booking

Flexible Additions
Group Photoshoot
NOTE: Only 4–5 People are Permitted
₹2,000 / person
Chulghar (Heritage Kitchen Hearth)
Traditional clay stove, copper & brass ware setup
₹1,000/-
Add-ons can be selected when confirming your shoot dateInquire Add-ons →
Wada 2 - Stone heritage estate at Vadhu, Koregaon Bhima
Location 02 · Vadhu

Wada 2

Sunken stone chowk, carved teak arcade, and wide open grounds

Grand Heritage
Couples Favorite

Couples Photo Shoot

3 Hours dedicated photo session

₹10,000/-

3 Hours Session

A perfect photo shoot experience for your special moments in a beautiful traditional ambiance. Includes full access to the courtyard, verandah, and architectural corners.

Ideal for: Pre-wedding, Maternity & Couple PortraitsBook 3h Session →
Most Popular For Groups
Full Private Access

Private / Group Booking

Exclusive estate access for family & group ceremonies

₹25,000/-

Base up to 25 guests

  • For 0 – 25 People: ₹25,000/- (Fixed package for groups up to 25 people)
  • Beyond 25 People: ₹1,000/- per additional person
  • Includes private changing spaces, dedicated seating & complete property privacy
Ideal for: Haldi, Kumkum, Ring Ceremonies & Family GatheringsReserve Group Date →
Commercial Production

Brand Shoot

Fashion, catalogue, advertisement & commercial filming

Custom Quote

Based on scope

For Brand / Product / Commercial shoots: Rates will be determined based on the nature of the shoot, crew size, equipment footprint, power requirements, and required amenities.

Tailored arrangements for cameras, lights & crewInquire Commercial Tariff →
Direct Concierge

Have questions or custom requirements?

Contact our coordinator directly for date availability, special decoration requests, or multi-day shoot reservations.

The open central courtyard at Gundal Wada, sunken and stone-paved, ringed by teak pillars with the sky above.

The Sky Is Part of the Room Here.

A wada is built around its courtyard, so the light changes all day without anyone touching a lamp. That is the whole reason this house photographs the way it does.

See the reels

Reels

चित्रफिती

A minute inside the wada

Shot at the property, vertical, the way you would see it on a phone.

The hall

दिवाणखाना

A house built around its courtyard

A wada is not a hall with decoration applied. It is rooms arranged around open sky, which is what gives a shoot several different backdrops within a few steps.

  • An open central chowk, sunken and stone-paved, with a tulsi vrindavan at its heart and sky directly above.

  • A carved wooden arcade on stone bases, running the length of the courtyard. Deep shade at midday, low light at either end of the day.

  • Cusped arches in lime plaster, a jharokha balcony, and a stone well in the outer court.

  • Dressed basalt walls that hold their colour in photographs instead of blowing out.

Getting here

  • Wada 1 · Bhosari

    35, Anandrao Lande Rd, Maharashtra Colony, Sector No. 1, Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra 411039
    Open Wada 1 in Google Maps
  • Wada 2 · Vadhu Budruk

    M398+MV, Vadhu Budruk, Shirur Taluka, Pune District, Maharashtra 412216
    Open Wada 2 in Google Maps

Wada 1 in Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and Wada 2 about 28 km from Pune at Vadhu, Koregaon Bhima. Most shoots arrive in the morning and are set up well before the light turns.

35, Anandrao Lande Rd, Maharashtra Colony, Sector No. 1, Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra 411039

The map

नकाशा

Two wadas, two settings

Gundal Wada runs two properties. They photograph very differently, so it is worth choosing before you book.

Wada 1 · Bhosari

Gundal Wada

The Pimpri-Chinchwad location, closer in for couples and crews coming from the city.

35, Anandrao Lande Rd, Maharashtra Colony, Sector No. 1, Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra 411039

Wada 2 · Vadhu Budruk

Gundal Wada 2

The heritage wada. Open stone chowk, carved teak arcade, cusped arches and sky above.

M398+MV, Vadhu Budruk, Shirur Taluka, Pune District, Maharashtra 412216

Arrangements

व्यवस्था

Before you book

The things a crew needs to know before the van is loaded.

These depend on the date and which wada you book, so they are confirmed when you enquire:

  • Timing slots
  • Parking
  • Changing space
  • Power for lights
  • How many people
  • Outside decorators
Ask about arrangements

The Booking

नोंदणी

Booking the wada

Three steps from first message to a confirmed date. Festival dates go early, Sankranti and the Haldi season especially, so it is worth asking well ahead.

  1. 01

    Pick a wada and a package

    Wada 1 in Bhosari or Wada 2 at Vadhu. Sessions and prices are listed in the rate card above.

  2. 02

    Send your date on WhatsApp

    Share the date, the wada and the kind of shoot. Availability comes straight back.

  3. 03

    Pay the advance to lock the date

    Dates go first come, first served, and are held once the 50% advance is paid.

Rules & regulations

नियम

The house rules

The terms every booking runs on, from the deposit to the cancellation policy, agreed before the date is locked, so the day itself stays smooth.

  • A ₹10,000 deposit is taken in advance, towards the safety and cleanliness of the property.
  • Check-in is from 6 am to 7 pm sharp. Extra charges apply for extra time.
  • Burning fire and firecrackers are not allowed in and around the Gundal Wada premises.
  • Alcohol, drugs and smoking are strictly prohibited in and around the Gundal Wada premises.
  • Decoration is allowed only on the pillars of the chowk (courtyard) and the outer side of the wada.
  • We have a panel of event organizers - you can plan your décor and event through them.
  • Please take care of your children and family members; we will not be responsible for any harm, accidents or incidents due to manmade mistakes or natural calamities.
  • Please take care of your belongings. If anything goes missing, Gundal Wada will not be responsible.
  • Please confirm your menu and event details 15 days prior to your event.
  • We expect the property returned clean and neat, as it was handed over before the event. If the property is not left in a clean state, money will be deducted from the deposit.
  • For a successful and enjoyable event, 50 people fit in comfortably. More than 50 makes crowd and management difficult; extra charges apply, as extra manpower is needed for the event.
  • All these terms and conditions exist so that your event runs smoothly. Team Gundal Wada will help you towards a successful and enjoyable event.

Details about booking

First come, first served

  • Event dates are booked on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 50% advance is to be paid at the time of booking.

Cancellation of reservation

Before you pay the advance

  • The amount is non-refundable. If informed 60 days prior to the booking date, ₹25,000 will be deducted from the advance and the remaining amount will be adjusted against a next booking within 2 months (subject to availability of dates).
  • The entire balance amount should be paid 15 days prior to your event.

A question about any of these? Ask on WhatsApp.

Word of mouth

अभिप्राय

See the work, not the promises

Every shoot at the wada ends up somewhere public. The easiest way to judge a location is to look at what photographers have already made in it.

Want to speak to someone who has shot here? Ask and we will connect you.

The verandah arcade at Gundal Wada, its cusped arches and tiled roofline in low light.

Bring the Couple. The House Is Already Dressed.

Stone, teak and lime plaster. Wada 1 is in Bhosari; Wada 2 is about 28 km out at Vadhu, Koregaon Bhima. Send a date, the wada and the shoot type, and you will get the rate straight back.

Book on WhatsApp

The invitation

बोलावा

Check a date

Fill this in and it opens WhatsApp with your details already written. Nothing is sent anywhere else.

Send on WhatsApp

Opens WhatsApp with your details filled in. You can read it before sending.

35, Anandrao Lande Rd, Maharashtra Colony, Sector No. 1, Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra 411039