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Nala Damayanti: A Modern Adaptation
From the author of "A Marriage Knot"
Reviews from the "Impeccable retelling"
"…the author is unimaginably creative. I don't think anyone could have done this job of recreating/retelling better than you did."
"Author has smartly handled the characters and plots with the essence of the original staying intact . Smart work."
"Even though the story is age old, the way it is unfolded is marvellous. Loved the philosophy hidden in the romance."
"When I read and heard Naladamayanti story, it was just yet another story from Mahabharata. But the way you narrated the entire story made me fall in love with Damayanti's character. I don't think I will ever get bored of your books." ******************************************************************************************* In a strange turn of events, both fall in love with each other without a single meeting or any form of communication. Nala , 27 and touted to be the sexiest man in India, had just taken over the reins of Nishad Enterprises. In a strange twist of fate, he falls head over heels in love with the extremely beautiful and talented Damayanti without even meeting her once. Damayanti, who is heading the marketing division at her father’s company, Vidar Enterprises, returns his love with equal fervour.
Their love for each other seems like no other. A love that seems to transcend all human emotion. A love that seems to be predestined. A love that seems to be a continuation of their past lives.
However, Nala makes a grave mistake that brings him on the verge of destroying his own life along with that of his family. This mistake and the resulting effects prove to be the ultimate litmus test for Nala and Damayanti’s true love. And it is a test like no other. Will their enduring love be enough to conquer all?
This is a modern-day adaptation of the most inspiring and epic love story of all time—the love story of Nala and Damayanti.
Reviews from the "Impeccable retelling"
"…the author is unimaginably creative. I don't think anyone could have done this job of recreating/retelling better than you did."
"Author has smartly handled the characters and plots with the essence of the original staying intact . Smart work."
"Even though the story is age old, the way it is unfolded is marvellous. Loved the philosophy hidden in the romance."
"When I read and heard Naladamayanti story, it was just yet another story from Mahabharata. But the way you narrated the entire story made me fall in love with Damayanti's character. I don't think I will ever get bored of your books." ******************************************************************************************* In a strange turn of events, both fall in love with each other without a single meeting or any form of communication. Nala , 27 and touted to be the sexiest man in India, had just taken over the reins of Nishad Enterprises. In a strange twist of fate, he falls head over heels in love with the extremely beautiful and talented Damayanti without even meeting her once. Damayanti, who is heading the marketing division at her father’s company, Vidar Enterprises, returns his love with equal fervour.
Their love for each other seems like no other. A love that seems to transcend all human emotion. A love that seems to be predestined. A love that seems to be a continuation of their past lives.
However, Nala makes a grave mistake that brings him on the verge of destroying his own life along with that of his family. This mistake and the resulting effects prove to be the ultimate litmus test for Nala and Damayanti’s true love. And it is a test like no other. Will their enduring love be enough to conquer all?
This is a modern-day adaptation of the most inspiring and epic love story of all time—the love story of Nala and Damayanti.
317 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 5, 2022
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About the author
Shobana Mahadevan
38 books43 followersShobana Mahadevan is an author who had published more than ten books, including “A Marriage Knot’, ‘Entangled’, ‘Mentor’ and ‘Memories in the locker’. These books have consistently featured in the Top 100 Bestseller Lists on Amazon in both romance as well as contemporary categories.
Shobana is a University Gold Medalist in her Bachelor of Engineering from Madras University. After doing her Masters in Engineering, she joined the IT industry and worked for over two decades across various top organizations. She has had experience in many other areas like Research, Innovation, Marketing, and Management.
Shobana is someone who has always believed in the power of stories. From her childhood, she has devoured any book that she could lay her hands on – from libraries, friend’s houses, and secondhand bookshops. It was only in 2018 that she discovered her passion for writing and there was no looking back. Three years and ten books later, she quit her job in IT to become a full-time writer.
Shobana is passionate about psychology, history, and art. She loves to travel and meet new people. She married her best friend of many years and lives out of Chennai. She has two lovely sons, both with an enormous appetite for stories.
Here are some ways to get in touch with her -
Amazon books: smarturl.it/shobanamahadevan
Website: https://www.shobanamahadevan.com
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shobana.mahadev
Instagram : Shobana_mahadevan_author
Email : shobanamahadevan34@gmail.com
Shobana is a University Gold Medalist in her Bachelor of Engineering from Madras University. After doing her Masters in Engineering, she joined the IT industry and worked for over two decades across various top organizations. She has had experience in many other areas like Research, Innovation, Marketing, and Management.
Shobana is someone who has always believed in the power of stories. From her childhood, she has devoured any book that she could lay her hands on – from libraries, friend’s houses, and secondhand bookshops. It was only in 2018 that she discovered her passion for writing and there was no looking back. Three years and ten books later, she quit her job in IT to become a full-time writer.
Shobana is passionate about psychology, history, and art. She loves to travel and meet new people. She married her best friend of many years and lives out of Chennai. She has two lovely sons, both with an enormous appetite for stories.
Here are some ways to get in touch with her -
Amazon books: smarturl.it/shobanamahadevan
Website: https://www.shobanamahadevan.com
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shobana.mahadev
Instagram : Shobana_mahadevan_author
Email : shobanamahadevan34@gmail.com
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February 19, 2024
Nala and Damayanti meet through a rather unique arrangement put together by Damayanti's father and eventually get married. Even before they meet they already fall in love with each other based on what they hear about the other person from common friends. Their ideal life comes to a halt when Nala loses money when he bets on a new business venture. What ensues is a tale of hardship for Nala and Damayanti.
Shobana Mahadevan has stayed true to the original tale, cleverly using modern twists to retain the flavour. The situations are authentically recreated to match a modern day setting and yet you feel like you are experiencing the old story. The only flaw was the dialogue writing - in many situations it came across as forced and idealistic. A lot of the dialogue may sound right in translation but people hardly speak in English that way so it seemed off.
If you want to read a recreation of the classic it is a good read.
Shobana Mahadevan has stayed true to the original tale, cleverly using modern twists to retain the flavour. The situations are authentically recreated to match a modern day setting and yet you feel like you are experiencing the old story. The only flaw was the dialogue writing - in many situations it came across as forced and idealistic. A lot of the dialogue may sound right in translation but people hardly speak in English that way so it seemed off.
If you want to read a recreation of the classic it is a good read.
May 31, 2024
The author has tried to bring out a modern adaptation of the mythological story of Nala and Damayanti. Though the thought behind this is appreciable, the narration falls short. It gets quite boring and a drag at places. I am a huge fan of mythology inspired stories but this one did not do it for me. Wouldn't recommend it.
February 18, 2022
Smart adaptation
Knowing the original classic story ..... I was wondering how can this be retold for the modern days.... Author has smartly handled the characters and plots with the essence of the original staying intact . Smart work .
Knowing the original classic story ..... I was wondering how can this be retold for the modern days.... Author has smartly handled the characters and plots with the essence of the original staying intact . Smart work .
September 21, 2023
I always liked reading her work, but, unfortunately, this one turned out to be too unrealistic and fictitious. Such stories look good in 90's Bollywood hit, but to me the realistic nature of the events and stories hits the best.
May 2, 2022
Amazing Retelling
Even though the story is age old, the way it
is unfolded is marvellous. Loved the philosophy hidden in the romance.
Even though the story is age old, the way it
is unfolded is marvellous. Loved the philosophy hidden in the romance.
Displaying 1 - 5 of 5 reviews