A Symphony in Silence

In 1970s rural India, Arti's world is shaped by the traditions of her family, where a woman's voice is silenced by societal expectations. A talented Veena player at heart, Arti has always kept her love for music hidden, as her family insists she focus only on domestic duties. When she marries Raghav, a thoughtful and kind-hearted teacher, she enters a new chapter, but the constraints of tradition still bind her. Raghav, understanding and patient, notices Arti's silent longing for self-expression, but it is only when he uncovers her secret passion for music that he begins to encourage her. As they move to a new city after marriage, Raghav's support gives Arti the courage to rediscover her love for the Veena, embracing a part of herself she had long suppressed. Their love grows as they learn to balance tradition with personal freedom, showing that true companionship comes from understanding and respect. A Symphony in Silence is a heartfelt tale of love, dreams, and the courage to defy societal norms, set against the backdrop of 1970s India. It celebrates the quiet power of music and the unspoken bond between a couple learning to support each other's passions.

Kayalvizhi - His Beloved Bride

||A south indian cross cousin love story|| 🌸 Note: In certain South Indian traditions, marriage between a girl and her mother's brother's son (cross-cousin) is a culturally accepted and legally valid practice in India. Ezhil x Kayalvizhi Kayalvizhi grew up with one dream, that one day she would marry Arjun. He was her first love, her childhood promise, her everything. Their families had always spoken about it like it was written in the stars. So when the wedding was finally fixed, her heart overflowed with happiness. She didn't care about a big career or chasing ambition. Being his wife was enough. But fate had other plans. Just hours before the wedding, Arjun leaves without a word, making her shattered at the edge of a life that no longer makes sense. In the midst of heartbreak, confusion, and family pressure, she is married off to his younger brother, Ezhil, the charming professor who had loved her in silence since childhood. Kayal enters this new marriage numb and unwilling. But Ezhil never asks for her love, only her peace. He gives her space, encourages her to study, to grow, to dream again. Slowly, through his kindness, she begins to find herself. The girl who once only wanted love begins to chase a future of her own, one her father had always wished for her. One she never thought she was strong enough to build. And somewhere in the quiet rhythm of their new life, shared in silence, in the way he saw her strength when she couldn't, her heart began to heal. She didn't realize when it started, but with every gentle word, every steady presence, every look that held more care than expectation, She began to fall in love again, not all at once, but slowly. Softly. Unexpectedly. Beautifully. Not with the boy she once dreamed of, But with the man who had loved her all along, quietly, patiently, completely.

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Arranged by fate, Painted by love | COMPLETED ✔

Vivaan Chaturvedi x Roohi Ahuja Arranged by Fate, Painted by Love Vivaan Chaturvedi, a 28-year-old artist, once filled his world with vibrant hues, but after a devastating loss, his life became colorless, as did his art. In an attempt to fulfill family expectations, he agrees to an arranged marriage, believing it will be nothing more than a duty. Roohi Ahuja, a 25-year-old IT professional, is independent and driven by her career, but she, too, feels the weight of her family's wish for her to settle down. When the proposal from Vivaan comes, she agrees, hoping love will come with time. Their first meeting is formal and awkward, neither expecting much. But soon, Roohi's warmth begins to awaken something in Vivaan, and his calm presence helps Roohi rediscover her vulnerability. As they navigate their marriage, what began as an arrangement slowly transforms into a deep emotional connection. Through mutual respect and understanding, Vivaan and Roohi learn that love doesn't have to be instant-it can grow quietly, nurtured by patience, healing, and acceptance. In this journey of growth, Vivaan and Roohi discover that love can be the brightest color, even in the most unexpected places.

Musafir-e-ruh ~ Lost and Found in You | COMPLETED ✔

Saisha Yadav has spent her entire life confined within the walls of her home, sheltered from the world by her strict parents. No phone, no friends beyond the village, and no dreams outside the boundaries they set for her. She never questioned it-until she was married to a man who belonged to a world she had never seen. Pranay Mishra left his village at eighteen, chasing a life that could offer him more than just survival. Photography became his passion, his escape, and eventually his profession. He never imagined returning to the village he left behind, but an old vow forces him into a marriage he never planned for. Saisha is everything he isn't-innocent, untouched by the world, and caged in traditions she never questioned. But when her wide-eyed wonder meets his hunger for the unknown, something shifts. As he takes her hand and shows her a world she never knew existed, their hearts collide in ways neither expected. With every stolen glance, every whispered secret, and every touch that lingers a little too long, they find themselves standing at the edge of something life-changing. "But love isn't just about discovering each other-it's about finding yourself in someone else."

Durga - Breaking Societal Stigmas | 1970's India

In a small village in Uttar Pradesh, in a patriarchal society where a girl's fate is often sealed before she can dream, Durga was born into a low caste where life was never easy and every day was a struggle. Called Pari by her childhood friend Anay, their innocent bond was a rare light in a harsh world. When she was only 13 , Durga was forced into a child marriage with a 50 year old man. But she chose courage over fear and ran away with nothing but hope in her heart. Alone and starving in the city of Madras, her life changed when a kind couple adopted her, gave her a new name and a chance to rewrite her future. From the dusty lanes of her village to becoming a powerful IAS officer, Durga's journey is about breaking every chain society tied around her including the childhood love she left behind and the fight to win it back. If you believe in hope, resilience and love that can survive any struggle, then this is a story you would enjoy reading

A Symphony in Silence

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