It is impossible to discuss Gujarati romance without mentioning Navratri . In many storylines, work relationships are transformed during these nine nights. The office hierarchy melts away under the lights of the Garba grounds, providing a culturally sanctioned space for romantic development.
A common plot point involves the "outsider" (someone non-Gujarati) entering the workspace. The storyline then follows the protagonist balancing their professional loyalty to their family/community with a burgeoning romance that challenges traditional boundaries. The "Dhumketu" Influence