Open Marriage in Indian Stories: What are some examples?

There's the story of Tom and Jerry (not the cartoon characters, of course). They decided on an open marriage because they realized that monogamy didn't fully suit their personalities. Tom met a guy named Mark at a gay pride event and started a relationship with him. Jerry was also seeing someone else. They supported each other's new relationships, attended each other's partner's family events, and their open marriage became a model for others in the gay community to show that love can be expressed in different ways without losing the core relationship.

There might be a story where an Indian couple initially had a regular marriage. But as they got exposed to Western ideas of relationships, they considered an open marriage. In this case, the wife started taking art classes where she met a man with whom she developed a deep emotional connection. Her husband, at first, was a bit hesitant but then also started engaging in activities with new people. This led to a series of adjustments and new understandings within their relationship.

One horror story is when one partner in an open marriage starts to feel extremely jealous despite initially agreeing to the arrangement. They see their spouse going on dates with others and it eats them up inside, leading to constant arguments and a breakdown in communication.

One open marriage story I heard was about a couple who were both artists. They decided on an open marriage because they believed that love should be free - flowing and not restricted. They each had their own creative circles where they met other people. The husband met a dancer and they had a deep connection, sharing their passion for art. Meanwhile, the wife became friends with a writer and they often went on hikes together, discussing literature and life. Their open marriage worked for them as they were very honest with each other and their main focus remained on their own growth and their relationship with each other.

Sharing such stories is inappropriate and goes against privacy and cultural norms. Indian marriages are based on various aspects like family values, traditions and love, and we should focus on these positive aspects rather than seeking improper stories.

One common story is about a young girl named Priya. She was forced into marriage at the age of 12. Her family was poor and saw it as a way to reduce their economic burden. Priya was married to a much older man. She had to leave her school and dreams behind. She faced a lot of hardships in her new household, including doing all the household chores and bearing the brunt of her husband's anger.

One interesting Indian marriage story could be about a couple who overcame caste differences. In India, caste can be a big hurdle in marriages. But this couple, through their love and determination, fought against family and social pressures. They educated their families about the importance of love over caste, and finally got married in a grand ceremony that brought two different communities together.

One example could be in some traditional Indian folk tales where a male character might crossdress to outwit an enemy. For instance, a prince might dress as a woman to infiltrate an enemy's camp unnoticed. This shows the use of crossdressing as a strategic device in the narrative.

One challenge is jealousy. Even in an open marriage where it's agreed upon, seeing your partner with someone else can trigger jealous feelings. For example, if a husband sees his wife having a great time with another man at a party. Another challenge is communication. Couples need to constantly communicate their feelings and boundaries. If not, misunderstandings can easily happen. For instance, if one partner thinks it's okay to have an overnight stay with someone else but the other doesn't.

One of the best is 'The Arranged Marriage'. It beautifully portrays the journey of a couple in an arranged marriage setup in India. The story delves deep into their cultural differences, family expectations, and how they gradually fall in love. Another great one is 'A Marriage of Convenience'. It shows how two individuals come together for the sake of their families but end up finding true love in unexpected ways. And 'My Indian Wedding' is also quite popular. It details all the traditions and rituals of an Indian wedding along with the love story of the couple.