Love is in the air as it is February 14 –Valentine’s Day. All we need is love in our lives and we can pass through all kinds of challenges. The feeling of love is so strong that it is said, “Everything is fair in love and war.” Without love, life would not be as exciting and interesting as it is. Love is the universal language that any being can understand. It is said that you would not be able to live your life to the fullest if you have not experienced romance in your life. Here, visual artist Sundar Lama and actor Karishma Shrestha talk about how their beloved has helped them grow as persons and how to celebrate the day of love.
Karishma Shrestha/Salon Basnet
What is love for you?
Love is like colors for me which fills our life with vibrancy.
What is Valentine’s Day for you?
As a mature love pair that we are, this day goes along like any other usual day. But I did propose her on this very day in a very unique and artistic way so she likes to mark Valentine’s Day in a special way. However, sometimes this day brings a lot of responsibilities.
Is it really impossible to forget ‘first’ love?
How do you plan to celebrate this Valentine’s Day?
We are going to celebrate this day as any other day with our usual love vibe. We will most probably go to a cozy café and as an artist, I am planning to recite a poem for her.
How has your partner helped you in your career?
Though she is a nurse and I am an artist, being in different professions has never hindered our love life. She has always motivated me and pushed me to do my best. She has encouraged me to participate in exhibitions. She is my rock.
Sundar Lama/ Neeti Bayalkoti
What is love for you?
Love is a natural feeling that not only humans but even animals feel.
What is Valentine’s Day for you?
Valentine’s Day is a foreign culture in Nepal. I think everyday is Valentine’s Day for people who are in love.
How do you plan to celebrate this Valentine’s Day?
I am going to celebrate this Valentine’s Day with my sisters. We are planning to go out and have fun. So this valentine day will be a ladies’ get-together.
How has your partner helped you in your career?
We are both actors and as actors we use to exchange ideas. And we don’t interfere in each other’s work,and I think this is the biggest support for anyone in the acting field.
