First of all, Thank You so much Aishu for coming up with this awesome competition which gave so much thrill and a chance to writers to showcase their talent n also gave readers to read their brilliant work. Secondly, Congratulations on being super successful in organizing this competition. I m so glad to know that this time around there are double the numbers (16) of OSs from last time n that so many writers have participated in it.
I m really excited and so looking forward to this competition. And i simply cant believe that there can be so many different variations and on a single dialogue from the EPIC scene of Maaneet's confession. I have finally finished reading every OS n i have really liked almost each of the story. Loved to read every writers version to the most heart touching dialogue n the most romantic confession ever.
Coming to the stories, i guess this time its a really tough competition n i simply dont know which one deserves to win. For me every story is unique in its own special way. Its gonna be difficult for readers as well to chose the best amongst the amazing piece of writing. I really thank each n every writer who have participated.
@Ever Ours
I loved this story to death. It was so beautifully written n perfectly described everything in such detailing. It had everything, from Maaneet's confession to proposal to the first meet in flashback to their growing relationship of 18 months to separation cos the duty n the pain it brought. The best love letters i have read so far n also the cruelty of the world n wars n fights n sacrifices which Maan shared with his Geet n told how much he missed her. Even in this toughest time of his life, he dint forgot to email her n share what all he experiences. And then the heart wrenching twist when Maan went missing n Geet started living a lifeless life still wishing n praying for one single sign from her Maan of his existant in this world. And when that one mail was recieved n the life was back in her, she was left lifeless, depressed n shattered yet again cos even after knowing he is alive, he wouldnt be coming back to her. Every simgle emotions, the pain n hurt Maaneet went through was felt immensely. In her tough time only one hope she had was Adi cos he was her only link to reach Maan. And with time he became the companion n a friend she needed badly. And then finally the happiness returned with Maan coming back, he saw his Geet in Adi's arms n i was like please dont misunderstand her. Even she herself being so weak n shattered, she dint even think for once abour her life n just ran to get back her life n hide it in her arms forever for herself. The sacrifice Maan did for his country by losing his hand n by also when he shared what actually happened with him when he was kept imprisioned was so heart wrenching again. But their love for each other was beyond physical beauty n perfection n i simply loved the reunion. At one point i really had felt that it might be a sad ending but m so glad it wasnt. That Maaneet did met n stayed together despite all odds, sufferings n pain they endured and came out so strong. I loved the concept of this story.
@Tere Bin
I m sucker for happy ending n this story just brought tears in my eyes. Somewhere really dint liked Maan's parents when they knew Geet all their life n yet the truth of her birth which she shouldnt be even blamed for, changed their entire perspective over her. As if taking birth out of wedlock n giving her away to Handas was her fault. But what i hated the most was Geet being so weak. She dint for once thought how her own parents who gave her a life n loved so much would be shattered after her daeth. And then the worst was what she did to Maan. She literally took the life n happiness out of him with her. One problem came her way n she took the easy route for it, suicide. Wish she had fought for her love n trusted Maan n their relationship. But anyways coming to the writing, it was really very well written n described. Loved the modified version of the 'zindagi ki har subah tumse shuru hogi...' in english by Geet. And also the little shayaris n poems used in it were really beautiful, specially the last one by Maan.
@Khamoshiyaan
Geet's way of getting to things was nice but of course Maan just never realized what pain he is giving to Geet in process to keep Sam alive n Geet to away when she was slowly n steadily making her way in his heart. I loved servants treatment as well who dint even spare a glane at him n in fact pitied him for what he did to Geet. Though his pain was also felt by me but his way of handling his relation with Geet was wrong when she did nothing but love him with all her heart. It was good to know at last he realized what all he was losing cos of his stupidity n got back to her n also regretted hurting her so much. Glad that it wasnt a sad ending n Maaneet ended up together. A good read indeed.
@The finished hour
Yet another painful OS. It was written amazingly. Hindu v/s Muslims concept which is so commom and how people just doesnt care n think before sheding each others blood. Loved all the flashback scenes of Maaneet n their relationship was really so pure n the hearsh reality n cruetly of world separated them forever. But their love was above all that n so Maan dint kill her n in fact went to fight with others. Though Maaneet dint ended up together in this story but still i loved how the story was written.
@Cath me if you can
What should i say about this one. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this one particular story with a smile on my face almost the whole OS. It was really written very smartly n with good wit. I loved this game of chase. The challenges n the notes, innovative ideas of gifting, stalking, secretly admiring, taking snaps, dance, searching of the secret admirer everything was just amazing. Though Maan was truly a blind fool to never guess that his admirer was always in front of him n i loved how he too waited n missed recieving the surprises whenever there were problems for Geet n she couldnt send him anything. I really really loved the way this story was written. Though it was sad to know that Geet lost her eye sight n then even the hope of getting her love, i liked the cupid Annie n Dev who made Maan open his opened eyes n come out of his illusion n see the reality. The surprise was Maan actually noticing Geet n always having the soft corner for her in the back of his mind n heart. I really was convinced that he might hate her for misguiding him or trapping him or something but i was glad he actually accepted her with her flaws n loved her unconditionally as she did. It definitely is one of my favorite OS.
@Vaada
I really loved the usage the of the Epic dialague in this story. It was really unique n how it haunted Maan all his life when he so easily faked it just for a mere bet of 5 crore. Breaking a girls hearts n dreams and belief in love n herself. But of course i loved how Handas n Khuranas loved n supported her n made her come out of the tought time, specially Vicky. But i really dint liked the end at all. I could never forgive a man like Maan who bets on girls n humiliate her front of her n his family n friends n guests. And the worst was he never regretted too. Just was selfish when his own dialogue which he is so faked was haunting him days n nights, he was forced to take the solace from the same girl whom he broke so cruely. And commiting suicice for a man like Maan was worse. He dint deserve this sacrifice not when he doesnt regret even for a bit n not when he was selfish enough enough to ask her to come back without even realizing the depth of deeds. I felt the ending wasnt jusified. I would have rather prefered him losing his mental stability n Geet actually moving on cos a man like Maan in this story doesnt deserve any pity, care, concern or love. For me he was complete black n a heartless man in this story.
@Tu hi tu
It was the cutest OS of all. Loved how both Maaneet werent able to confess their feeling for each other for more than n year. But when he felt he is losing her to some other man, he broke his own rules n came to claim her with all hs glory. I always love reading Maan being jealous n possessive.
@Jigsaw
The most realistic n heart felt OS. I simply loved everything about this story. How they both were imperfect individually yet perfect when together n fitting so well. Marriage of 18 long years is an achivement in itself n i like Maan i can say having a life partner like Geet, no one can actually be bore. She was annoying, irritating yet cute, loving, caring, adoring n so supportive. Her craze for uying stuff onlines n later suffering cos of it was hilarious. And Maan, gosh even though he felt 'that' dialogue cheesy, he actually lived it for her. He doesnt expresses himself through words but with actions n heart warming gestures. Like getting the globe show piece she wanted or coming back to her despite being so late n tired. And whole drunk scene of Geet n Maan when he wasnt able to sleep alone in a marriage house was so cute, adorable yet so hilarious. They were like couple made in heaven n meant to be together types. I really loved every bit of it. It had so many simple yet so special moments which filled life with happiness n joy. Its definitely one of my best OS.
@Nayi Umangein
I loved the concept of this story. Maaneet working as Tele actors n also bearing the brunt n suffering the field brings. Marrying sceretly n meeting through climbing pipelines. How PH changes the scripts n ditches not only fans but also their artist. Maan's jelousy seeing Geet n dev romancing even if for the reel life n then becomes passionate n loving next moment when alone in rest room. The conspiracy people does behind the camera to stay in this glamor world n climbs the ladder of success by spoiling other's career. The weird contracts from PH n frustration of scenes n retakes, everything was written so perfectly. And then when finally Maan got his hands on the secret, he dint leave anyone n got back what was only his. His contract n the clauses in it with Geet was funny over maggi n candy crush. But damn the end was super shocking. Dev n Brij as couple, i could just never ever guessed it in my wildest of imaginations. I just brust out laughing imagining Dev n Brij together. The picture it makes is so hilarious. I really loved this story as well. Cute, romantic n passionate.
@Khubsoorat
Dev was a bas***d. I simply refuse to believe he ever loved Geet. It was like he delibrately broke her confidence n madeher doubt herself. Else which lover or BF says to his GFs she is fat or the girls in MSK's parties are hot or some disgusting things like she isnt passionate in bed. I literally felt like riping him apart. Then again the way he disclosed Maan's past Shalini was so suspecting. Its just hard to believe he dint do all this by mistake. And even though at start Maan was a jerk too but i loved how he supported her n also made her see the real face of Dev. He really saved her from falling too deep for Dev. But still the pain n betrayal both suffered by their loved ones was painful. Still what i liked the most was Maan being so patient with Geet n giving her his shoulder to cry or the solace of his arms whenever she needed without complaints n expecting anything in return. The end was sad yet beautifully written n loved how they finally decided to overcome their past together n let go off it to start a new life with just them n their love in it. Loved reading it
@Avow to abide by you
It was yet another cute OS. Their first face to face meet was funny. Geet's decent galis n also her way of apologizing in English made me laugh n at the same time felt like pulling her cheeks hard. Loved th chori chori ek dusre ko dekhna n stalk karna whenever they got the chance. Also loved how Maan confessed his love in front of so many people without caring of his strict Dad. Though at first i was confused about the whole Maan n Armaan thing but was glad to know that both were Maan's name. Ending was cute
@Love has its own way
I so felt for Geet here. Her belief in love was shattered so brutally by Dev n her family too. It really isnt easy to acknowledge about falling in love again when its once broken. Feeling insecure n scared is natural but i loved how Meera, Yash n especially Maan were there for her. Loved the friendship these 4 shared. And Maan's uncondiional n selfless love finally made Geet aceept her feelings n confess too. And i was glad Maan dint suffered any serious injuries in his accident. Great read.
@What's the Surprise
Awww i simply loved how the surprise was described so romantically. Geet's fear of not losing her friendship with Maan cos of her feelings was justified. But i loved how Maan took his best friend's help to surprise his parents n then ended up giving her the biggest surprise of her life by confessing his own feelings n proposing in front of all the guests. It was a romantic OS
@Vellai Pookal
Yet another realistic n heart felt OS. I m really amazed about the special talent you writers have got with words. Loved every interaction of Maaneet n how they eventaully fell for each other without they themselves realizing about it. Their friendships, teasings, leg pulling, trying to understang each other n yet not judging the other for their perspective was so beautifully written. That small exchange of sentence about knowing how to tell 'i love you' in Telugu n Marathi was funny, how they both lied to each other was really cute of them. The way they started sharing their feelings, her about her sis n him about his first love; everything was amazing. And end was super adorable. Brought a smile on my face.
@Confession at first sight
It was really cute n romantic OS. The way they confessed at first sight was funny n loved how embarrassed they were. But eventually started falling for each other n confessed n were getting married as well.
@Maaneet pure love confession
Liked this OS as well. Sad that Maan had to deny Geet cos of his family n also lose her n she had to marry someone who were nothing bu fakeys. Good thing was she got divorced n dint bend down in front of her in laws. And glad Maaneet ended up together.
Lastly, i only wanna say, Thank You once again Aishu n to Every writers to participated in this competition n wrote such amazing stories for us readers n entertained us. I hope n wish, May The Best One Wins. Love n Respect each one of the writers. All The Very Best to every writer.
And m sorry if my comment had hurt or offended any writers or readers.
-Sanjana!
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