Delhi is often called the "City of Love" — Dilwalon ki Dilli — a place where emotions run high and the heartbeat of romance pulses through the streets. Yet, when we are used to having everything just a click away and instant gratification becomes the norm, finding a genuine, lasting connection can be more challenging than it seems. For Dhruv, an old-school romantic, navigating this fast-paced world felt like a never-ending quest for something deeper.
He longed for companionship - someone to be his anchor in the world that is ever-changing. Fleeting-moments of romance came easy, but he longed to make a living with someone who shared his view on companionship, trust, and love. This search led him to Aisle, "I thought that the way Aisle talks about love matches my needs." And so, the quest began. Himanshi was one of the first people Dhruv matched with, and their conversations felt so natural, he felt like he had known her forever. The cherry on top? They both lived in Delhi!
After exchanging numbers and talking on the phone, they finally decided to meet at one of the most famous date spots in Delhi - Ama Café. The hours they spent together felt like minutes, and before their first date was even over, they had already planned the next one! Talk about being excited.
Himanshi recalls, "It felt so natural, like talking to a long-lost college friend. Maybe it's because we come from similar backgrounds, but he just gets me. We've seen the same things, and I didn't have to explain myself. We were already on the same page." For Dhruv and Himanshi, there wasn’t the usual thrill of discovery that comes with getting to know someone new. Instead, they found something far deeper - the sense of comfort they were craving for, in their lives.
From late-night drives to spoiling each other with sweet gifts, their relationship progressed to the stage of meeting the parents. However, what they had hoped would be a successful conversation didn’t go as planned. The initial meeting ended in heartbreak, but they didn’t lose hope. Believing in the strength of their relationship, they tried again with their families after six months, and this time, they convinced them of their love. Finally, their families gave their blessing for the marriage.
The twist to the traditional ways? The bride arranged a surprise proposal for the groom! The garden lit up with fairy lights, their favourite food was on the table, and Himanshi gave a beautiful speech dedicated to their journey together. She went down on one knee, and he said yes!
Now, the couple is all set to get married in the same month they started dating, exactly 3 years later. Dhruv reflects on the nature of their relationship. "Marriage, to me, isn’t about problems disappearing. It’s about having someone who knows me, who understands how to navigate life’s ups and downs with me. Challenges will be there, but as long as we’re together, we’re confident we’ll make it work."
As they embark on this next chapter, we wish Dhruv and Himanshi all the happiness in the world. And while we hope their journey ahead is smooth sailing, we’re sure there will be plenty of surprises along the way — and that’s what makes it all the more exciting.
