Clear Cut Couples: Nikita and Akaash
Nikita and Akaash met in Boston, MA in Spring 2023, Akaash was a medical resident at Tufts Medical Center while Nikita moved to Boston two years ago for her job. They met through a dating app!
Their first date was at Lolita's in Boston's Seaport district where they spent hours talking over margaritas. During their date, Akaash dropped his drink on the floor because he was so nervous (although he says it's because the glass was slippery)! They spent the next several weeks trying new restaurants in Boston and going on picnics. Akaash was on night call when they first started dating so after his night shift, he would sleep for a few hours, and then jog over to Nikita’s house to spend time with her while she worked. Then she would drop him off at the hospital and they would do it all over again the next day! He put in so much time and effort into their dates even while he was so busy during the end of his residency. They have been together for a year and a half! When you know, you know :)
They have shared so many incredible memories! One of their favorite memories was the trip they took to Lisbon and Porto, Portugal. It was their first trip together and they spent the week trying new food, exploring new towns, and getting to know each other even better. Their favorite memory from the trip was in Porto when they skipped their tour to sit by the water, drink Aperol Spritz and enjoy each other's company. They both have a mutual love for fruity cocktails and sunsets by the water!
One of Nikita’s favorite memories was when Akaash planned a surprise birthday party for her and got several of her friends to fly in for her birthday. He took her on a romantic tea party brunch date in the morning at the Boston Public Garden. He kept her entertained all day, taking her to their favorite spots in Boston, and when they came home at night, 30 of her closest friends jumped out and screamed ""SURPRISE!"" They told her all about how Akaash planned this amazing surprise for her for months. They spent the rest of the night eating great food and dancing at one of their spots.
Their absolute favorite memory was one of their first dates. Akaash took Nikita to the Boston Harbor, where they laid on the docks and watched the sun set over the skyline while drinking a bottle of wine. Little did Nikita know that Akaash would propose to her at this exact spot a year and a half later...
A few months ago, Akaash told Nikita that they had to go to Boston to celebrate his brother-in-law's birthday. He said that it would be a big party and to get all dressed up. Flash forward to the proposal weekend, they are all dressed up ready for the "birthday party" when he says that he wants to go for a walk to the docks. Since it was a beautiful day and the sun was about to set, Nikita agreed. They walked towards the proposal spot when Nikita saw beautiful red roses set up. She assumed this was set up for a different couple so she quickly told him that they shouldn't get in the way of the set up. Next thing she knows, he is kneeling down on one knee and telling her how it was this exact spot a year and a half ago that he knew he wanted to marry her. Through teary eyes, she said YES!
It was a total surprise! There were a few times Nikita had a feeling that it could be her proposal but she still couldn't believe it. Akaash loves to surprise her and he did a great job keeping it from her and getting others to play along. When she saw the ring, she was absolutely speechless. She said, “It was exactly what I wanted and he did such an amazing job! It is so special to me that I got a ring I really wanted but Akaash could also pick it out by himself.”
They plan to have a beautiful Indian wedding ceremony in Nikita’s hometown of Pittsburgh. They haven't figured out any details yet, but all they know is that they are going to have the best time ever with their friends and family! Congrats you two! We are SO happy for you!
Photos by: @shotsby.kira