Once upon a time, men and women entered marriage with very clear policies regarding the division of labour: he would go to work and "bring home the bacon," while she would stay at home and cook, clean, and raise the children. Things aren't the same as they used to be. Modern Indian romance, intimacies, and marriages are far more complicated than assessments and reality television shows portray. In India, arranged marriages are an unique and complex process. People seek a 'soulmate' with whom they can spend the rest of their lives, but they also have specific expectations of the potential bride or groom. There is a strong narrative about finding love, compatibility, and connection, but what stands out is a real intent to replicate class identities beneath all of this. In a country that depends on a spending population, "middle class" is a necessary armour, a shared language, a value system, and, more importantly, a way of life. Life may be unjust, irritating, and disarmingly disappointing on most days. Being middle class, on the other hand, creates character in a culture obsessed with the need to be a part of the rat race. Marriage also places the onus of making sacrifices, concessions, and making the marriage work on the couple. This tale illuminates the unseen and underappreciated aspects of an Indian arranged marriage, the life of a middle-class wife and husband and their shared responsibilities as they navigate through life. Immense amount of desi tadka awaiting your way. *I don't own the illustration on the poster.*

"wifey it's enough, you can't win over me" one man pulled her tightly by her waist. "Leave me, monster, I can't live with you. I will go away with my kids" his wife shouted at her top voice. "Really? Let's see who you escaping from Manik Malhotra Kingdom" Manik smirked evilly, she step backed in fear. _________________________________ Manik Malhotra who a powerful, number one Mafia beast of the world, who have almost all states under him. He was called beast,in Mafia world, But this heartless beast too fallen at once by Beauty, who he want for himself, he chased her, capture her by his mind, caged her in his world but unfortunately She demanded one which he can't do, so she escaped from his Kingdom but not from his world. Now she is with her children away from him but still in his world....will he be successful in making her his again? Will he fulfill her demand or not? Will they be happy again with his children's?

"I don't want to become a mother." This line is a taboo for women in some parts of the world, and so was for Khusi Mukherjee. At the age of 25, independent and single, she wanted to live her life according to her rules. But everything changed when she met Bhaskar Goswami, a potential groom selected by her mother. They met, talked, liked each other and got married. Sounds like happily ever after, isn't it? But no, there's a small twist to it. Khusi never wanted to bear a child, and that's what made her a pariah in Indian society. Will Khusi be able to endure the pressure of her decision? Will she keep her head high and stick to her beliefs, or bend to the social norms? What will happen when Bhaskar comes home one day, with an absurd proposition and a revelation, that could change Khusi's life all together? She has to face the biggest challenge of her life, her husband's child. What new surprises and people awaits her, and would it be for good or will it shatter her forever? 𝙃𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙍𝙖𝙣𝙠 1 in #social norms on 1st March, 2021 1 in #opennovellacontest2021 on 12th Feb, 2022

Naina was an orphan with so many dreams. But had to give up those dreams due to fate. When she was forced to marry India's youngest billionaire, she tried her best to be a good wife. But fate had other surprises for her. Ishaan was born into India's most wealthiest Raizada family. He was forced to marry an orphan by his beloved brother Shivaay. Unfortunately, there's nothing he hates more than marriages and gold diggers. [UNEDITED] This story have domestic abuse and sexual assault scenes, if you have any problem with that, just don't read it. So don't post hate comments. #2 - Indian (22 September 2021) #1 - desi (23 September 2021) #2 - marriage (24 sept 2021) 1k views - (22 September 2021) #2 - Indian marriage (22 October 2021) #2 - wife (26 October 2021) #1 - Wattpad India (07 November 2021) #11 - Romance (24 January 2022) #1 - Husband (19 May 2022) #31 - Romance (21 August 2022) //English is not my first language. Please pardon me if I make some mistakes//

Miracle Series Book 2 Akshita Gupta A girl who has only seen pain and ignorance all her life. She was always an undesired child of her parents. Her only dream is to have a happy family. She wants her happily ever after but she is not hopeful she will get it. So what happens when she is arranged with Ashish Bansal? Will her dreams come true or they will be shattered like her heart? Ashish Bansal He is loved and knows how to love. He loves his family dearly. His sister is his entire world. He has got looks, money, a great career, and a happy family. He does not want to marry. Then why did he say yes to marrying Akshita so easily? Will they both fit each other's list? Will they find love in one another? Read more to find out...

(UFW sequel#2) (Unwanted series#3) Ask me. What was my fault in all this? Just this I love him without my knowledge. I fell for him when I knew he could torn me apart. Slowly I felt lightheaded and my head hit the floor where my blood was pooled. My eyes were now completely closed and I heard the loud banging on the door like he was trying to break the door. I heard the loud thud and his voice but it was too late because when I heard his screaming voice which was calling my name I gave up on my body. His voice was the last thing which I heard before completely drowning in the darkness. - - - For her, he is beast. Arash, an arrogant, rude, cold, and beast man. He hated the idea of marriage because he hated all the girls except his mother. He never wanted to get married. For him, she is nothing. Mirha, a shy, innocent, cute, and pampered girl of her family. She wanted to fall in love like her parents and brother. She loved the idea of getting married. Two people who are polar of each other. What will they do when they tied in a knot of wedding? A little warning, there are many twists after twists. Started: 26/8/2018. Completed: 3/3/2019.

•Abhiraaj Singh Rathore• The handsome and arrogant mafia billionaire. He is the king of business world as well as the mafia world. Cruel to everyone, caring to his family. He doesn't do love. •Mrunali Chauhan• Sweet, kind and caring. An epitome of beauty. Her smile can make anyone's day brighter. Caring to the ones she hold dear to her heart. Passionate about love. To her, love can make everything better. Both are tied in an arranged marriage. Can Mrunali make Abhiraaj believe in love? Or will Abhiraaj prove Mrunali's beliefs wrong? Read FALLING FOR YOU to know.

Marriages are hard, especially when it's arranged. The process of getting to know the stranger that you just vowed to spend the rest of your life with, can be fun and cheery but for Safa Hayath, it was horrifying and thrilling. Moving to a strange land with no-one to confide in, Safa finds herself struggling through her unusual marriage filled with unpleasant surprises from her husband, Ayaan Jameel. It pushed Safa to the point of loneliness and self harm while her husband sat back and enjoyed the show. But how long before Safa gives up and decides to move on with her life? When is the right time to leave? Is it too late to walk away? Live through the painful life that Safa goes through to make place in Ayaan's heart. To find out if she succeeds, start reading now. . Warning: This book contains content that may be disturbing and is not intended to hurt anyone but to create awareness. It contains topics such as body shaming, self loathing, physical and mental abuse. Highest ranking: #4 abusive husband 15/01/2019 #1 mystery- thriller 4/09/2022 #1 arrange marriage 2/10/2023

" I peer behind him to see a woman laying bridal style unconscious in one of my father's security guard's arms. She wears an involuntary frown. "For what reason?" I snap, looking back to my father. "For the same reason I got your mother. So we look stable to the outside world, and you need to bare a son to carry on the blood line." He explains. My mother comes up from behind me with her careful, small steps. "Nico?" She calls out with her soft voice. "Who is that?" She questions, motioning to the woman. "This is Reagan. Alonzo's bride to be." He beams proudly. " Reagan and Alonzo are forced to marry so Alonzo looks respectable in his position as Italian Mafia Don. Reagan is just supposed to give up her life for a man she doesn't know. She was angry about, Alonzo was frustrated about it. That is until... TW: domestic abuse, alcohol, abuse, mentioning of abortion, ed, minipulation, violence, torture, suggested SA ***I am working on translating them again, they are translated in Alonzo's povs, but I left it in Reagan's because I wanted it to be more authentic. ***I am editing, adding stuff and such Note: I do not speak Italian, so all Italian is from Google Translate *** #1- insecure (2/27/23) #546 - love (2/27/23) #2 - tattoo (5/15/23) #1 - gala (6/20/23) #64 - arranged marriage (7/7/23) #3 - isolation (7/29/23) #8 - Italian Mafia (8/8/2023)

*Can be read as general fiction* Secured 2nd position under Fanfiction genre in Sapphire Awards by CreativeINC Tired of his inner demons, Manik Malhotra has always sought a haven from three things, one alcohol, second street fighting and third unleashing his frustration on prostitutes. This was his life. He was happy with his loving family but never appeased. A happy family of her own was what she ever wanted. But life always has its own plans. Ending up in prostitution and escort business Nandini never thought in her wildest dream, that she will find her man of dreams -- the way she found. Ending up in each other's arms was planned by destiny, but living with each other with facing the inner as well as outer demons won't be easy. But they are determined, determined not to lose to their demons, determined to always be there with each other, determined not to lose their love. Let's tune into the journey of Severing the insecurities Rising in life Claiming the fears And above all Walking in LOVE **** "You don't understand do you?" "Because I don't want to. I don't want to understand anything which will make me lose you" **** Copyright© - amaya_kashaf Cover credits- silverfeels Ps: You can comment without voting too! 😗😌 I won't mind. No kidding. :-) I want my readers to feel free and read and state their opinions. Again, opinions and constructive criticism is allowed (you need to what constructive criticism is) but no bashing and shaming the characters I have been nurturing for years now. ❤ See you inside! I hope you enjoy reading. 🤞