More than five years ago, fate decided to play matchmaker through a simple swipe on Bumble. Our very first date was at Marine Drive — the sea breeze in the air, city lights shimmering, and conversations flowing endlessly. We didn’t even realize when six hours had slipped by.

But soon, fate had other plans. Barely a month later, the world came to a standstill as Covid struck, and the entire nation went into lockdown. What followed was a year and a half of long distance. It wasn’t easy, but having each other made those uncertain times a blessing in disguise.

In 2022, we finally moved back to Bombay and picked up where we left off. Every moment together felt right — like we were finally home. After countless dates, unforgettable experiences, and our shared love for food, we knew we were meant for each other.

On a trip to Goa, destiny gave us yet another twist: both of us had secretly planned a proposal. Riya went first, leaving Ashish in complete shock — a moment perfectly captured in the photo above. Moments later, Ashish pulled out his own ring.

Our journey has always been like a ship we steer together. Riya is the spark in Ashish’s steady world, the laughter in the quiet moments. Ashish is the calm to Riya’s chaos, the anchor when the waters get rough. Together, we’ve built a home in each other — a place where every day ends in love, peace, and gratitude.

26th February was the day we serendipitously swiped right — and as fate would have it, that’s the day we now begin our forever.

We invite you to join us in celebrating this next chapter, with your blessings and love. ❤️ 🧿