Romantic Shorts Series by Sundari Venkatraman

Ahana is not exactly sure of her feelings when the nerdy Sadashiv Prasad lands up at her dating agency, seeking membership. While on the one hand she’s amused at his audacity, his fanatical obsession with finding the ‘ideal’ mate has Ahana climbing up the wall.When all efforts to find him a date fail miserably Ahana offers to go on a date with him. As expected, the event is a disaster... moreAhana is not exactly sure of her feelings when the nerdy Sadashiv Prasad lands up at her dating agency, seeking membership. While on the one hand she’s amused at his audacity, his fanatical obsession with finding the ‘ideal’ mate has Ahana climbing up the wall.When all efforts to find him a date fail miserably Ahana offers to go on a date with him. As expected, the event is a disaster. Luckily for her the winds of love are blowing in her direction as she unexpectedly falls in love with Sahil Pradhan. Ideally, Ahana’s life should run smoothly from now on. Alas, no! Sadashiv Prasad re-surfaces in her life and what’s even worse, Sahil and Sadashiv seem to know each other. What a tangle!Will Ahana find happiness with Sahil or is her love doomed forever?*A shorter version of this story has been published in the anthology called Matches Made in Heaven. less

Pavitra is young, good-looking and unbelievably sexy. She’s also divorced and a single parent to a two-year old. Though she’s totally averse to the idea of a relationship, one day she connects with Abhishek through Reema’s Matchmakers—a popular haunt for singles wanting to mingle. Except Abhishek and Pavitra have sworn to themselves that they plan on staying single, free and uncommitted. Abhishek—who has women swooning over him—simply drops by to help his cousin Reema get the party going... morePavitra is young, good-looking and unbelievably sexy. She’s also divorced and a single parent to a two-year old. Though she’s totally averse to the idea of a relationship, one day she connects with Abhishek through Reema’s Matchmakers—a popular haunt for singles wanting to mingle. Except Abhishek and Pavitra have sworn to themselves that they plan on staying single, free and uncommitted. Abhishek—who has women swooning over him—simply drops by to help his cousin Reema get the party going. But then Cupid strikes unexpectedly leaving both of them joyful yet confused and vulnerable. To construct barriers is so much more comforting than opening oneself to love… Will they take the risk, grab a second chance and get married again? *A brief version of this story has been published in the collection Matches Made in Heaven less

Bhaskar AKA Boss is in his final year at college when Reema steps into his life as a first-year student. The college hero who has women chasing him 24x7 falls for this gorgeous beauty at first sight, but he’s unable to gather up his guts and vocalise his feelings. Something about her reduces him to an awkward tongue-tied teenager. While Reema is also deeply attracted to Bhaskar, an innate shyness makes her stay aloof and distant... moreBhaskar AKA Boss is in his final year at college when Reema steps into his life as a first-year student. The college hero who has women chasing him 24x7 falls for this gorgeous beauty at first sight, but he’s unable to gather up his guts and vocalise his feelings. Something about her reduces him to an awkward tongue-tied teenager. While Reema is also deeply attracted to Bhaskar, an innate shyness makes her stay aloof and distant. Six years later, Bhaskar re-enters Reema’s life at one of her matchmaking network’s parties. This time he’s determined to explore the vibes he believes they share. Lady Luck showers her blessings and once again both of them are head over heels in love. This time round, will the matchmaker realise her dream of getting together with the only man she has ever loved? less