Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei enjoys a powdering ceremony with bride Anisha Rosnah on sixth day of royal wedding

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The wedding of Asia’s most eligible bachelor entered it’s sixth day today, as Prince Abdul Mateen enjoyed a royal powdering ceremony with bride Anisha Rosnah

The pair are tying the knot in a lavish 10-day ceremony in Bandar Seri Begawan.

The Brunei royal, 32, looked vibrant in traditional clothes alongside bride Anisha Rosnah, 29, during the elaborate, centuries old ceremony at Istana Nurul Iman.

This ceremony is customary in Malaysia and Brunei and involves the bride and groom blessed by close family members.

The family apply paste to the hands of the couple and wishes them a happy, fertile and wealthy married life.

The polo-playing prince was one of Asia’s most eligible bachelors, before he met his fiancee, although little is known about how their relationship blossomed.

Yang Mulia Anisha Rosnah, 29, looked sophisticated during the elaborate, centuries old ceremony at Istana Nurul Iman

Prince Abdul Mateen enjoyed a royal powdering ceremony with bride Anisha Rosnah ahead of their wedding on Wednesday

For the event, which is part of their 10 day wedding, the couple donned extraordinarily lavish coordinated red outfits.

This will be followed by a banquet on Sunday with royals from all over the world expected to attend.

Prince Mateen, is the fourth son – and tenth child – of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, 77, and his former second wife Mariam Abdul Aziz, 67.

It’s been reported that the happy couple have been dating for years and Anisha is the granddaughter of one of her soon-to-be father-in-law’s closest advisers, Pehin Dato Isa.

Anisha is an entrepreneur who runs a silk garment company and an exclusive holiday-planning startup.

It comes after Prince Abdul waved at crowds of adoring well-wishers who had gathered to get a glimpse of the prince yesterday.

On Thursday, the couple separately partook in male and female-only solemnisation ceremonies.

The solemnisation ceremony is performed by the groom and his family, while the bride is represented by the legal male representative or an elder.

This ceremony is customary in Malaysia and Brunei and involves the bride and groom blessed by close family members

The polo-playing prince was one of Asia’s most eligible bachelors, before he met his fiancee, although little is known about how their relationship blossomed

During the ceremony, the groom vows to take the bride as his wife and take care of her in the presence of god and other witnesses.

Only one official photo of the couple has been released, which featured Anisha showing off her huge diamond engagement ring in a snap to mark the New Year.

Prince Mateen who is sixth in line to the throne, is a lot more open and actively engages with the public on Instagram, where he simply goes by the name of ‘Mateen’ – and boasts 2.4 million followers.

His lavish lifestyle is profoundly evident on the social media platform: superyachts, exotic pets, world-class hotels and private jets, intertwined with official royal engagements around the globe.

However, perhaps surprisingly, when the Prince was 24, GQ Thailand described him as ‘a grounded man who doesn’t like to flaunt his family’s wealth.’

‘He says thank you at the end of every sentence, and he makes no distinction of class or social status in his interactions with the people around him,’ the publication added.

The interview highlighted that the Prince’s charm captured attention more than his striking looks.

It also pointed out that Mateen was more focused on sharing his interests, and discussing family and friends, rather than the monarch’s wealth.

Coincidentally, his father, the Sultan of Brunei, is one of the richest people in the world, having a net worth of over £24 billion – thanks to crude oil and natural gas exports.

Prince Abdul Mateen headed to the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan in Brunei on Thursday

He was joined by his father Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien, 77

Royal Brunei’s Military Police fire gun salutes after Prince Abdul Mateen’s solemnization as part of the royal wedding

Prince Mateen, who was named one of Asia’s 50 most eligible bachelors by Tatler Magazine in 2016, obtained a Master of Arts in International Studies and Diplomacy from the University of London in 2016.

He currently serves as a helicopter pilot in the Royal Brunei Air Force, holding the rank of major.

Mateen has also showcased his passion for polo by representing Brunei at the South East Asian Games in 2017 and 2019.

The 32-year-old is an avid traveller, frequently posting pictures of exotic destinations for his Instagram audience. One photo, in particular, captures him cradling a tiger cub on the beach.

He often accompanies his father on official visits, including the Coronation of King Charles II and Queen Camilla, held at Westminster Abbey on 6 May.

Earlier this month, the Sultan announced his son will marry Anisha Isa Kalebic in January 2024.

The couple have reportedly been dating for a number of years, having attended a number of events together, including the wedding of Mateen’s sister, Princess Azemah Ni’matul Bolkiah, earlier this year.

Anisha, who is the granddaughter of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s special advisor, Pehin Dato Isa, is said to be a thriving entrepreneur in Brunei.

To mark the New Year, Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei shared an unseen photograph with his fiancée, Anisha Rosnah binti Adam

He was once declared one of Brunei’s ‘most eligible blue blood bachelors’ by GQ Thailand – but Prince Abdul Mateen (pictured) recently hit headlines after his New Year nuptials were revealed by his father, the Sultan

Mateen actively engages with the public on Instagram and boasts 2.4 million followers

Prince Mateen currently serves as a helicopter pilot in the Royal Brunei Air Force, holding the rank of major

She founded the successful fashion brand Silk Collective, and co-owns a tourism enterprise, called Authentirary, with a close friend.

While it has not yet been confirmed, it is thought that the Prince and Princess of Wales, both 41, could attend the nuptials.

The Sultan and Queen of Brunei were notable guests at the wedding of William and Kate in 2011. Given this history, it’s thought they will extend an invitation to the British royals for their son’s special day.

Furthermore, both couples – along with Prince Mateen – attended the wedding of Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II and Rajwa Alseif in Jordan last June.

Other notable guests included Princess Beatrice, 34, and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, 39.