Why I Chose Hindi as the Language for My First Book, Ishqabaad

My stories always begin in Hindi

Every writer has a language in which they dream, think, and feel. For me, that language has always been Hindi. When I write poetry in Hindi, my emotions flow naturally, whether it is love (ishq), longing (intezaar), or silence (khamoshi). The words do not feel translated; they feel lived. That is why Ishqabaad had to be written in Hindi, it is a book of emotions, and emotions deserve their truest form.

Rooted in Culture and Identity

I grew up surrounded by Hindi songs, films, stories, and conversations. The rhythm of Hindi has always been in my everyday life. By choosing Hindi, I wanted to honour this cultural inheritance and connect my book with readers who find comfort and belonging in the same language. Ishqabaad is not just poetry, it is my way of keeping Hindi literature alive and relevant.

Hindi Poetry Has Its Own Music

Every language has its own melody, but poetry in Hindi carries a depth that is unmatched. Certain words, like jazbaat (emotions), udaasi (melancholy), mohabbat (love), hold a universe within them. Their resonance cannot be captured fully in English. The lyrical quality of Hindi allowed Ishqabaad to sing its own song.

A Bridge to Readers

India is multilingual, but Hindi is still the language that unites millions. Writing Ishqabaad in Hindi gave me the chance to connect directly with my readers, without filters. I wanted the verses to be understood and felt, not just read. Hindi allowed me to build that intimacy with every reader who turns its pages.

Claiming Space for Hindi Literature

In the publishing world, English often overshadows native languages. But I strongly believe Indian literature shines best in its mother tongues. By choosing Hindi for Ishqabaad, I wanted to make a statement that our languages are powerful, relevant, and deserve to be celebrated on the global stage.

Ishqabaad is my debut book, but it is also a love letter to Hindi. By writing in Hindi, I stayed true to my identity as a writer. I believe literature is most powerful when it is authentic, and for me, authenticity lives in Hindi. This is why Ishqabaad could only have been written in this language of love.