Tu Ishq Hai Meri

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Uncle - (chuckling) It's hard not to be emotional. But listen, beta, we wanted to share something important with you—our words of wisdom, if you will. Marriage is about partnership, respect, and love. It's not always easy, but it's always worth the effort.

Aunty- Yes, dear. Your wife, she’s leaving her home, her family, to build a new life with you. Respect her, cherish her, and always support her dreams. She's your equal, your companion. Together, you two can create a beautiful life.

Abhishek - (nods earnestly) I understand, Ma, Papa. I promise I’ll always respect her, take care of her, and ensure she feels loved and valued.

Uncle -That’s all we could ever ask for. And remember, marriage is about patience too—it’s about embracing each other's differences and growing together.

Aunty -(holding his hands) Beta, you’ll face ups and downs. But you’re never alone. She’ll be your strength, and you’ll be hers. And we... we’re always here for you, as your anchor.

Abhishek -(feeling overwhelmed) I’m so lucky to have both of you. You've taught me to be kind, to listen, to put family first. I’ll carry your lessons in my heart forever.

Aunty - (teary-eyed, pulling him into a hug) May your bond with her be filled with laughter, trust, and endless love. And beta, don’t forget—you’re always our little boy.

Abhishek - (hugging them tightly) I love you both so much. Thank you for everything—for shaping me into the man I am today. I hope I make you proud, always.

Vishal - (playfully adjusting the bride’s dupatta) Look at you! All decked up like a queen. How come no one told us our little tingun look this well?

Manisha -  (laughing) ? Really? Is this how you plan to send me off—by embarrassing me?

Roshni- (smiling, wiping an invisible speck of dust off the bride's shoulder) Someone has to keep you grounded, na? But jokes aside... You look breathtaking, didi. You’re glowing, and not just because of the makeup. It’s the happiness, I think.

Manisha - (smiling softly) You guys are too sweet. But enough about me. How are you two holding up? Not getting too emotional, I hope?

Rohit - (mocking a serious tone) Emotional? Me? Never. Although... (pausing) who’s going to annoy me with endless “clean your room” lectures now?

Kajal-  (elbowing him) Speak for yourself. I’ll miss our midnight chai talks the most. Who else will tell me I’m being ridiculous and then agree with me five minutes later?

Vishal - hey! Late night chai is our thing! But I'll miss you too mittu

Manisha - (tearing up) Don’t do this to me. You’ll make me cry, and I’ve just gotten my makeup done!

Rohit - (taking her hand) Di suno na, as much as we joke around, there’s something we need you to know. You’ve been our anchor, the one who’s always held this family together. And now, as you step into this new life, we want you to know—you’ve made us so proud didi And you’re not leaving us, okay? You’re just expanding our family. But still, I’ll miss you—your laugh, your advice, your terrible movie night choices. (smiling through tears) You’ve taught us so much, didi—about kindness, strength, and love.

Manisha - (pulling them both into a hug) You guys are making this so hard. But I promise, no matter where life takes me, I’m still your big sister and best friend I’ll always be here for you, always.

Vishal - (breaking the hug) Just promise us one thing—you’ll let abhishek bhai know that if he ever messes up, he has to deal with us.

Manisha - (laughing) Oh, I’m sure he’s already figured that out. But thank you—for being the best siblings I could ever ask for. I love you both so much.