BT Kancha
Script Writer & Youtuber
I am at that age where the hopeless romantic in me is slowly dying and the rationale human being is taking center stage. A decade back, my answer would have been poetic, now it is just going to be plain and boring. For me, a life partner is someone whose existence makes me comfortable. I am a script writer, and we are taught that every film has a setup, conflict and resolution. Conflict is when our hero’s life takes a major turn and his whole journey is about resolving that conflict. I don’t want to be that hero. Of course, there will be conflicts but not something so major that we waste most of our life trying to solve it. I am a fan of comfort. When I am outside, all dressed up, wearing something fancy to impress people, all I want to do is go home and jump into my comfy loungewear. I guess we can use the same analogy for a life partner. A life partner makes you want to go home and be with them after a long, tiring day. I did mention that my answer is going to be plain and boring. I hope my life partner is too.
Nirjan Adhikari
Co-founder, Yagyashala Nepal
As an unmarried guy, my concept of a life partner includes someone who feels like home yet inspires me to step outside my inner sanctuary. It’s not just about a person you would like to spend both happy moments and sad hours with, it’s about a person that encourages you, stands by you, and relates to you in a way few people would ever be able to do.
I expect my life partner to be a comfortable person, rather a free-spirited person, someone I do not have to put on a mask for, where there is no need to pretend to be anyone.
I want a relationship that will cement our respect for each other, where we do not encroach on the other’s individuality, and where we share common objectives and values. The scales must be tipped somewhere in the middle, between giving and taking. We should be able to enrich each other’s existence.
It is also about having emotional intelligence. I want a partner to expresses a willingness to talk about difficult topics, engage in arguments as well as share quiet times and a silence deeply filled with meaning.
We should be able to be real with each other, understand each other’s imperfections yet choose to remain with each other.
Ultimately, a life partner is a person who shares growth with an individual, who stands out as the person’s partner in every sense of the word: emanating from the head, heart, and the spirit as well. It is someone who you make precious memories with.
Tenzin Tseten Bhutia
Fashion designer
Having a good life partner does not necessarily mean getting married to someone. For me, it’s all about the connection and compatibility that you share with your partner. Understanding each other’s thoughts and making life easier in times of difficulty.
Not having a partner to share your happiness and your sorrows is something one shouldn’t face in life.
For me, there is no such thing as an ideal life partner because if you lead your life with the idea that your partner is perfect then you might get disappointed along the way. I would rather support the person who I want to be with.
Compromise is definitely a part of having a partner. Human beings in general are not perfect and if you have understood that, then you are able to move forward building a life together.
My partner is someone willing to work hard and do something significant in life. I would also want my partner to be supportive, loyal and to be as caring to others as I am.
Baneed
CEO, Paradygm TV
A life partner is the heart and soul of a shared journey, someone who turns dreams into reality and brings depth to every moment. After 13 years of being in a relationship with my wife, our bond only deepened when we turned that love into marriage. Today, with a beautiful daughter, we are living the life we once dreamed of when our journey together began. To me, a life partner is more than a companion; they are your biggest supporter, your confidant, and the one who walks beside you through life’s every twist and turn.
Having experienced both the highs and lows over these years, I have come to see that the strongest bonds are built on trust, understanding and the ability to grow together. It’s a connection where even silence feels like home, and vulnerability is met with love, not judgment.
Our relationship, now nearly two years into marriage, is a testament to the power of shared vision. We dreamed of a life filled with love, family and mutual growth, and today, we are living that reality. From the beginning, we have been a team, supporting each other’s dreams, sharing responsibilities, and nurturing our relationship through the smallest acts of kindness. Whether it’s celebrating milestones or handling everyday challenges, we have always had each other’s backs.
A life partner is someone who not only stands by your side but also pushes you to be your best self. They inspire you to grow, encourage your ambitions, and help you evolve. In my wife, I found someone who has been both my rock and my wings, someone who grounds me while lifting me up. Together, we have learned that love isn’t just about grand gestures but about showing up for each other, day after day, year after year. Today, as parents to our daughter, we see our dreams materialising, and it’s a reflection of the life we envisioned years ago. Our partnership is not just about living together but building a legacy of love, laughter and resilience. A life partner is the one who makes even the simplest moments extraordinary, creating a life that feels complete and fulfilling.
Anish Shakya
Photographer
A life partner is someone who will forever be with me, without any regrets or expectations and support me whenever I need them the most with full enthusiasm.
We must be able to share love, trust, beliefs and values. My life partner must be understanding, trustworthy and know things about me that even I myself may not know.
Small things like taste in music, vibe, shared interests are also important for a relationship to be successful. Kindness, affection, loyalty and respect matter too. I should feel the warmth of their presence and the cold when they leave. When you are with the one you love, you don’t need to pretend to be anyone but yourself. We should both have the ability to see beyond our imperfections and encourage each other. After all, it requires real love, commitment and work to make a relationship successful.
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