A landmark historical romance that follows the forbidden love story between Manipuri Princess Sanatombi and Lt. Col. Henry P. Maxwell during the Anglo-Manipuri war of 1891. It was later translated into English as The Princess and the Political Agent .
The foundation of modern Manipuri fiction is deeply rooted in romance and sacrifice.
Modern authors have expanded the genre to include diverse themes like psychological depth, social realism, and even romantic thrillers.
A prolific writer known for his distinctive narrative style. His works often blend historical and social themes with romantic elements, such as Imashi Nurabi and the Ningthemnubi trilogy.
Widely celebrated as the first modern Meitei novel , this tragic story centers on a girl named Madhabi who sacrifices her own happiness for her love. It introduced realism to Manipuri literature while maintaining a romantic, idealistic tone.