We'd asked you, dear readers to tell us if a part/s of Sairat/Dhadak reminded you of your own love story?
Rediff reader Avani Dedhia from Borivali, Mumbai tells us how she found true love.
Bhavya and I accidentally got introduced through a social group.
I got interested in him and we started meeting frequently. But I wasn't sure if I was in love.
When we became very good friends, I told him that I suffered from a rare case of alopecia universalis -- a condition through which I lost all my hair.
I had lost my dad at an early age.
As I was very close to him, I couldn't bear it (the loss). This led to stress and depression. Gradually, I grew bald and started wearing a wig.
Bhavya took it (my baldness) in a positive way. He thinks I look really pretty and beautiful in a wig, which is commendable.
I used to believe that for guys, having a good-looking girl was a priority. But, for Bhavya, inner beauty was important. And that (quality) attracted him to me.
Our feelings were mutual. He accepted me without even seeing how I actually looked without a wig.
When it was time to share the news with our parents, I was in a dilemma. I was worried his parents wouldn't accept me.
I knew I wouldn't be able to disrespect their decision. Surprisingly, they were happy he'd found his match in me.
In fact, both our families were happy.
We got engaged within four months of committing to each other. We'd realised that we are made for each other.
On our engagement, I did not mind going down on my knees for him.
Our advice for couples is if you genuinely love each other, looks don't matter. You must always stand up for yourself and your partner.
Physical beauty is temporary whereas, inner beauty will last longer.
I really love his positive nature towards me and his life. I like that he cares for me and my family.
I am seriously lucky to find my man in him. I truly believe that matches are made in heaven.
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Dear readers, do parts of the film Dhadak/Sairat remind you of your own love story?
How did you meet your partner and fall in love?
Did you face resistance from your family members?
What were their concerns? How did you resolve them?
Did you elope and marry or did you wait to seek your parents' approval?
Tell us all about it. Share your love story and tell us what you learned from it.
What advice do you have for couples who face resistance from their families?
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