Historically, Manipuri "romantic" stories were often tragic, influenced by the legendary tales of Khamba and Thoibi . These stories emphasized sacrifice, social barriers, and undying loyalty. However, modern Manipuri romantic fiction has evolved.
The next morning, the villagers found the couple's footprints on the lake's banks, but the boat was gone, vanished into the mist. Some say that on moonlit nights, when the lake's waters are calm, you can still hear Irom's melody, and see the ghostly boat, carrying the star-crossed lovers across the waters of time.