Bound by Vows
Introduction of Character
Let me give an introduction of each character
Zara Kapoor (FL)
Age: 26
A talented and ambitious head designer at Aarav's company.
Warm, caring, and independent, but with a vulnerable side.
Forced into the marriage to save her family from financial ruin, she silently hopes to make the best of her situation.
Has a passion for art and interior design.
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Age: 30
A billionaire CEO, known for his sharp business acumen and cold demeanor.
Sweet and caring toward his family but distant and possessive toward Zara.
Holds a deep grudge against Zara, believing she manipulated his grandmother.
Enjoys reading and collecting rare books in his downtime.
Dadi (Grandmother)
Aarav’s beloved grandmother and the matriarch of the Malhotra family.
Kind, traditional, and wise, she believes Zara is the perfect match for Aarav and orchestrates their marriage.
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
Zara’s confidante and voice of reason.
A cheerful and supportive friend who constantly encourages Zara to stay strong.
Works as a journalist and often has an outsider’s perspective on Zara’s marriage.
Kabir Sharma (FL Male Best Friend)
Zara’s childhood friend who is away for work but maintains contact through texts and calls.
Protective of Zara and wary of Aarav’s treatment of her.
Witty and caring, with a subtle romantic tension between him and Zara in the past.
Riya Malhotra (Aarav’s Sister)
Aarav’s younger sister and Zara’s biggest supporter in the Malhotra family.
Fun-loving, outspoken, and always ready to meddle in Aarav and Zara’s relationship to push them closer.
Rahul Oberoi (Aarav’s Best Friend)
Aarav’s business partner and closest friend, who often tries to help Aarav see Zara in a better light.
Charming and playful but serious when it comes to business and friendship.
Let me know if you like the characters and if you would want any more specific character
This is just the intro of all the characters story starts from next chapter.
Chapter 1: The Beginning
Dadi (Grandmother)
Aarav, did you confirm with the pandit ji?
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Yes, Dadi. The wedding date is set.
Riya Malhotra (Aarav’s Sister)
OMG, Bhai! You’re actually getting married?! Throws virtual confetti.
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Ignores Riya
Dadi (Grandmother)
Aarav, don’t behave like this. Zara is a wonderful girl, and you’ll see that in time.
Aarav doesn’t reply. The house goes silent for a moment.
Riya Malhotra (Aarav’s Sister)
Zara’s going to be the best thing to happen to this boring house. I already love her. ❤️
Aarav & Rahul - Private chat in Aarav room.
Rahul Oberoi (Aarav’s Best Friend)
So… forced marriage? Really, bro?
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Not forced. Dadi insisted. I didn’t have a choice.
Rahul Oberoi (Aarav’s Best Friend)
That’s literally the definition of forced. 😂
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
I don’t trust her, Rahul. She’s after the money. Manipulated Dadi into all this.
Rahul Oberoi (Aarav’s Best Friend)
You sure about that? She doesn’t seem like the type.
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Doesn’t matter. She’s the type now.
Private Chat: Zara & Maya
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
Are you okay?
Zara Kapoor (FL)
Define “okay.” I’m about to marry someone who hates me.
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
It’s not like you had a choice, Z. Your family’s debts needed clearing.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
Doesn’t make it any easier. Aarav barely looks at me, let alone speaks. He made it clear I’m here because his grandmother wants me to be.
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
That guy needs a personality transplant. But you’ll handle it—you always do.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
I wish I believed that.
Private Chat: Zara & Kabir
Kabir Sharma (FL Male Best Friend)
Heard the news.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
I’m guessing Maya told you?
Kabir Sharma (FL Male Best Friend)
You didn’t think I’d find out? I’m hurt, Kapoor. 😢
Zara Kapoor (FL)
You’ve been away for months. I didn’t think you’d care.
Kabir Sharma (FL Male Best Friend)
Of course I care. You’re marrying a guy who doesn’t deserve you.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
I don’t have much of a choice.
Kabir Sharma (FL Male Best Friend)
There’s always a choice.
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
The wedding is in two days. I assume you’ve seen the arrangements.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
I have. Thank you.
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Don’t thank me. This isn’t a favor.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
I wasn’t implying it was.
Aarav leaves the chat without replying.
Group Chat: Malhotra Mansion
Riya adds Zara to the group chat.
Riya Malhotra (Aarav’s Sister)
Zara, can’t wait to meet you tomorrow! Let’s have a sister-in-law bonding session. 💃
Zara Kapoor (FL)
That sounds lovely, Riya. Thank you for being so kind. 😊
Riya Malhotra (Aarav’s Sister)
Oh, don’t thank me yet. Wait till I show you Aarav’s embarrassing baby photos. 😂
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Riya, stop.
Riya Malhotra (Aarav’s Sister)
Oops, gotta run before Bhai murders me. Byeee!
Zara smiles at her phone for the first time that day.
Chapter 2: The Wedding Day
Scene: Malhotra Mansion – Wedding Preparations
The Malhotra mansion was buzzing with activity. Servants rushed around carrying flowers, lights, and trays of sweets. In the middle of it all, Zara stood quietly in her room, looking out the window.
Private Chat: Zara & Maya
Zara Kapoor (FL)
The decorations are beautiful, but I feel like an outsider in all this.
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
You’re not an outsider, Z. You’re their new daughter-in-law. Own it.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
Easier said than done. Aarav hasn’t even spoken to me since yesterday.
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
Forget him for now. Just focus on yourself. You look stunning, right?
Zara Kapoor (FL)
I don’t even recognize myself in this lehenga. Dadi chose it.
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
Post a selfie! I want to see.
Rahul leaned against Aarav’s desk, watching him adjust his sherwani. Aarav’s expression was unreadable.
Rahul Oberoi (Aarav’s Best Friend)
You look like you’re being dragged to a funeral, not your own wedding.
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Maybe I am.
Rahul Oberoi (Aarav’s Best Friend)
Dramatic Much?
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
She’s a stranger to me, Rahul. I didn’t ask for this.
Rahul Oberoi (Aarav’s Best Friend)
No, but you agreed to it. And if you’re going through with it, at least try to make it work.
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
I’ll tolerate her for Dadi’s sake. That’s all.
Rahul Oberoi (Aarav’s Best Friend)
You might want to ease up on the attitude. The girl’s already walking into a war zone.
Group Chat: Malhotra Mansion
Riya Malhotra (Aarav’s Sister)
Bhai, where are you? Everyone’s waiting downstairs!
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Coming
Riya Malhotra (Aarav’s Sister)
Zara, you’re going to love this. He always looks so stiff at these events. 😂
Zara Kapoor (FL)
I’ll try not to laugh.
Aarav reads Zara’s message and frowns. He closes the chat without replying.
Scene: The Wedding Ceremony
Zara and Aarav sat side by side under the mandap, surrounded by the warm glow of candles and the rhythmic chanting of the pandit ji. Aarav’s face was stoic, while Zara tried to mask her nervousness.
Riya Malhotra (Aarav’s Sister)
(whispering) you look beautiful Zara.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
(whispering) Thank you. You’re too kind.
Aarav glanced at them, his jaw tightening.
Pandit Ji
Please stand for the pheras.
As they circled the sacred fire, Zara silently wished for strength to handle whatever lay ahead. Aarav, on the other hand, made a silent promise to keep his heart guarded.
Private Chat: Maya & Kabir
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
She’s married. It’s official.
Kabir Sharma (FL Male Best Friend)
How’s she holding up?
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
Quiet, but she’s managing. Aarav looks like he’d rather be anywhere else.
Kabir Sharma (FL Male Best Friend)
That guy doesn’t deserve her.
Maya Singh (FL Female Best Friend)
Maybe he’ll change. People surprise you.
Kabir Sharma (FL Male Best Friend)
Let's hope so.
Scene: Post-Ceremony – Aarav & Zara’s Room
Aarav walked into the room first, loosening his sherwani collar. Zara followed hesitantly, holding her dupatta. The room was filled with awkward silence.
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
You can take the bed. I’ll sleep on the couch.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
That’s not necessary. I can take the couch.
Aarav Malhotra (ML)
Zara, don’t argue.
Zara sighed, sitting on the edge of the bed.
Zara Kapoor (FL)
Aarav… I know this isn’t what you wanted. It’s not what I wanted either.
Aarav: Then we agree on something.
He picked up a blanket and moved to the couch, leaving Zara alone with her thoughts.
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