If you are diving into a collection of Manipuri romantic fiction, you will notice several beautiful, recurring motifs:
If you want the classics, Rajkumar Bhubonsana is the father of modern Manipuri prose. His romantic fiction often involves Moirang Sai (ballads of Khamba and Thoibi). While technically an epic, retellings of the Khamba Thoibi story are the ultimate romantic fiction. It is the Romeo and Juliet of Manipur, set around the lake of Loktak.
Many modern Manipuri writers explore the tension between traditional expectations and the desires of the youth. This conflict provides the perfect backdrop for high-stakes romantic drama. Notable Voices in Manipuri Fiction
