Chinese wedding door games

[4][5][6] These games originated in ancient Chinese folk customs,[8] and have been elaborated on in modern times.

[3][4] Before the games start, the groom and groomsmen must first pay a fee in order for the bridesmaids to open the door.

It is common for the groom and groomsmen to prepare red envelopes filled with cash that they use to negotiate with the bridesmaids who guard the door.

[1][14] It is not uncommon for door games to also include physical tests, such as push-ups,[7] and cross-dressing, especially in Malaysia and Singapore.

[12][15] Wedding door games are an opportunity for grooms to demonstrate their resolve and commitment, which some brides appreciate.

A groom drinking from a translucent red water bottle.
A groom is made to drink an unpleasant concoction by his bride's aunt, just before receiving his bride at her family home, in a public housing apartment in Singapore.