According to an Indian news agency, in February this year, Lisa Ray had spoken about her engagement to banking executive and philanthropist Jason Dehni. The model-actor-television anchor is all set to tie the knot with her fiance on October 20.
"I have waited a long time to find the right man to spend my life with. I want to celebrate it and send out the message that it pays to wait and not compromise. I was too wrapped up with work and travel. After cancer, now in my Lisa 2.0 phase, I have realised what is important," said Lisa.
Apparently, October 20 was selected as it's an auspicious date and marks the beginning of Durga Puja, as Lisa's Bengali uncle in Calcutta pointed out to her father. As for the wedding, it will be held in Napa valley, which is significant as Lisa and Jason got engaged there. The night before the wedding will be the sangeet, hosted by Lisa's close friends Noni and Kiran. "It will have an Indian flavour with a Napa setting which means wonderful food and wine and California weather. October is harvest season in Napa so it's the best time of year. I am so excited!" said Lisa.
A big foodie herself and a popular food show host, Lisa has decided on an elaborate menu along with the couple's wedding planner Sarah Gazzagh. "I spent hours with renowned chef Bruce Riezenmen to create a menu that reflects both Jason and my tastes and heritage: there will be an Indian element, a Lebanese element and fresh, local ingredients showcased in some international cuisine," she said.

The couple plans to spend their honeymoon in Bora Bora as neither of them has been there. And, they are hoping to have a reception in India in early 2013 with Jason's charity, Artbound, coming to Udaipur to build a sustainable village. While Toronto will be their base after marriage, Lisa definitely wants India to be a large part of their lives. For someone who has fought cancer and come out a winner, what is her message to others? "Never stop fighting. I mean fighting for your own identity and the right to be yourself. My favourite saying now: Be yourself. Everyone else is taken."