London : An Indian billionaire couple in the UK has hosted a birthday bash for Prince Charles' 65th birthday at the Buckingham Palace, splurging out thousands of pounds on the mega event.
London-based Cyrus and Priya Vandrevala, entrepreneur and philanthropists, organised a concert by the Philharmonia Orchestra as part of the gala champagne reception and dinner yesterday at Queen Elizabeth II's official residence in honour of the heir to the British throne.
Fellow Indian billionaire and guest G P Hinduja described the evening as “a magnificent event”.
“Prince Charles and the Duchess (his wife Camilla Parker-Bowles) were very energetic and warm in greeting the guests,” he said, describing the gathering as one that generated “affection” between India and Britain.
The exclusive guest list for the glittering party included European royals, UK Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation & Skills Vince Cable and other captains of industry.
