Valentine’s Day Bahrainthismonth.com 34 February 2024 Raj Kewalram and Roshini Daswani Kewalram Navigating Love, Life and Parenthood Digital content creator and lifestyle influencer, Roshini, was born and raised in bustling Hong Kong until moving to the heart of London at Central Saint Martins, studying Graphic Design. Businessman Raj, hailing from Bahrain, met his sweetheart whilst also living in the British capital studying engineering at Kings College. Fast-forward to 2014, and the couple embarked on a new chapter, with Raj successfully convincing Roshini to move back to Bahrain with him. Today, they are proud parents to two daughters, Amyra and Eshiqa, the latest generation of a family business legacy dating back to 1922. Currently enjoying a maternity break after Eshiqa arrived two months ago, the couple took time out of their hectic schedules to tell us the heart-warming story of their romance. The tale begins at one of Raj’s house parties in 2009, where Roshini, invited by Raj’s flatmate, was immediately struck by Raj’s unending conversation. A comical night ensued with Raj and Roshini’s cousin joyously singing in Sindhi. A year later, fate intervened as they found themselves living in the same student building, paving the way for a connection that would withstand the test of time. They finally started dating in 2011. “The most obvious change in the past 13 years is the two kids that we have,” explains Roshini. “We are no longer just a couple enjoying the best of life – we are a family unit trying to be the best version of ourselves whilst working towards our goals and dreams. We met each other as 21 year olds, pretty much kids ourselves, so we have gone through life together for the good parts and the tough. We definitely understand each other a lot better and use each other’s strengths to support each other.” Reflecting on their eight years of marriage, there are numerous highlights, but one in particular calls out to Raj.“My most cherished memory obviously has to be when we welcomed our first child Amyra,” he states.“We had been together for so long and then suddenly we learned we can love someone together so much and we enjoyed every minute of it.” Recently welcoming their second child, the couple is relishing the experience of raising a newborn together, a luxury they missed during the initial stages of the Covid-19 pandemic when they were separated by travel restrictions. Raj’s involvement in night feeds and his occasional panics showcase the delightful chaos of parenting. Parenthood, they admit, is no easy feat, particularly with two children. The most rewarding aspect, however, is witnessing the heartwarming interactions between Amyra and Eshiqa, captured masterfully by Roshini’s lens. Raj and Roshini are shining beacons of what a strong relationship should be, so what words of wisdom can they impart on other young couples? “Be authentic, open and face challenges together,” they both say. “Most of all, appreciate individuality within the unity of partnership.”
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