With Hindi Diwas just around the corner, let’s celebrate this beautiful language by reading some timeless classics from well-known Hindi language authors.
Hindi Diwas, a day to celebrate the beauty of the Hindi language, sounds like a perfect day for you to delve into the world of fiction by reading some old-time classics by legendary Hindi language authors. On 14 September, a compromise was reached during the drafting of the Constitution of India which then officiated Hindi as the official language of India. To commemorate this memorable day, Hindi Diwas is celebrated in our country to commemorate its official status in the Republic of India.
If you are a book nerd who is a sucker for swoon-worthy romance then here our team at Wedding Affair is, with our list of timeless classics in Hindi language by some of the most renowned authors in Hindi literature.
Madhushala by Harivansh Rai Bachchan
While not a love story in the literal sense, Harivansh Rai Bachchan’s Madhushala (The Tavern) is a philosophical gem of the Hindi language. The poem, consisting of verses or shades, explores the themes of love, life and death through the metaphor of a wine cellar. All time classic and a thought-provoking book to read for philosophy enthusiasts.
Godan by Munshi Premchand
While exploring social and economic themes in her poignant work, Godan – (The Gift of a Cow), Munshi Premchand was able to explore the complexities of love through his characters. The complex relationship dynamics that the two characters of Hari and Dhania in the story shared were successful in highlighting the tenderness and sacrifices of love.
Rashmirathi by Ramdhari Singh Dinkar
Rashmirathi (The Sun’s Charioteer) is an epic creation of Hindi literature by celebrated author Ramdhari Singh Dinkar. This story focuses on the life of the Mahabharata warrior, Karna, highlighting the struggles and challenges he faced while following his duty. It dealt with the themes of love, duty, and destiny- making it a powerful rendition exploring human relationships in all forms- platonic, romantic, and familial.
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Kamayani by Jaishankar Prasad
A poetic masterpiece, Jaishanker Prasad’s Kamayani is a poetic masterpiece that blends the elements of mythology with human emotions, including love. The story explores the philosophical and emotional facets of love through the story of its characters, Manu and Shraddha. Delving into the spiritual and existential dimensions of love, Prasad’s lyrical storytelling in Kamayani is successfully able to capture the essence of human desire and the eternal quest for understanding and connection.
Gunahon Ka Devta by Dharamvir Bharati
Exploring the theme of unrequited love, Dharamvir Bharati’s ‘Gunahon Ka Devta’(Deity of the Sins) is set in the pre-independent Indian city of Allahabad. It revolves around the intense and platonic love story of its characters, Sudha and Chander. Exploring the beauty and pain of unfulfilled love, the story delves into the rich narrative of emotional depth in their love. It beautifully captures the emotional conflicts of the ambitious and idealistic youth of the urban middle class in pre-independent India.
Chitralekha by Bhagvati Charan Verma
Chitralekha is a 1934 Hindi novel written by the celebrated female writer Bhagwati Charan Verma exploring the philosophy of love, life, sin, and virtue. This literary masterpiece of Hindi language examines the nature of love through the beautifully woven story of the main character – ‘Chitralekha’, a beautiful courtesan. By questioning the societal norm of purity and sin, this novel’s insightful exploration of love and morality proves to be a meaningful and worthy read.
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So readers, dive into the world between the pages of these old-time classics of romance books in Hindi language while sipping a cup of cocoa or chai!
