A Simple Wedding

Nousha Hassani meets Alex Talbot, a bisexual artist/DJ, during a public protest against sexism and misogyny in Los Angeles. They quickly connect on shared ideals and exchange looks that hint at a growing attraction. The encounter plants the seed of a romance that challenges Nousha's expectations about marriage and commitment.

Alex and Nousha begin living as domestic partners, keeping their relationship private from Nousha's conservative Iranian parents. The Hassanis push for an arranged marriage with a suitable Persian suitor, hoping to see their daughter settled. The couple worries about whether their lifestyle and love will be accepted by family and culture.

A video call with the Hassani and Talbot families makes the couple confront the pressure to wed officially. Reza bullies Alex into agreeing to an arranged union to appease the families, deepening the emotional rift between them. The scene sets a high-stakes choice about family duty versus personal love.

Nousha's Uncle Saman comes from Tehran to visit during wedding planning. He is a war veteran who has never married, and Maggie, Alex's mother, needs a partner for the wedding procession. The two hit it off, shifting the wedding dynamics and adding a new bond to the families.

In the days before the ceremony, Nousha does deep self-reflection, learning to enjoy her own company and weighing what she truly wants. The introspection helps her see independence and authentic happiness beyond family expectations. The emotional groundwork sets the stage for the decisions to come.

The night before the ceremony, Nousha reveals fears about marrying Alex. He brushes aside her concerns but the moment exposes the fragility of a relationship on the brink of a major life commitment. The exchange tests their trust right before the big day.

On the wedding day, Nousha panics for fear of making the wrong choice. The wedding dress catches fire, and she manages to extinguish it in the pool, turning a crisis into a moment of resilience. The incident tests her resolve and pushes the couple toward a defining choice.

One week after the crisis, Nousha's friends — Lynne, Tessa, and Lulu — arrive to pull her out of her funk. They help her regain perspective and remind her that there is life and happiness beyond wedding drama. The support signals a turning point in her emotional arc.

A few weeks later, Nousha goes to Alex's gig to return his toothbrush but he will not accept the apology. He remains upset about being left at the altar, underscoring unresolved trust between them. The moment complicates their relationship while keeping the door open for reconciliation.

Maggie and Saman bump into Nousha at the gig and share that they have been together since the wedding and are now planning to get married. The revelation adds another layer to the family dynamics and shows that love persists in surprising places. It also challenges the couple to consider their own future.

In the days leading up to the ceremony, Nousha continues to explore her independence and happiness. The ongoing self-discovery hardens her resolve to decide her own path, even as external pressures mount. This reflection reinforces her readiness to choose love on her own terms.

At the Hassanis' backyard, Saman urges Nousha to keep fighting for love. She serenades Alex with Celine Dion and they finally make up, choosing to continue their relationship rather than giving up on each other. The moment brings the story to a hopeful close, reaffirming the power of love and family.