Nicholas Chong and Narsheera Rajapakse’s eight-year love story feels like something straight out of a romantic film—except it’s entirely real, with the sweetest ending.
Began as Basketball Club Members, Grew into Love
In an exclusive interview with WeirdKaya, Nicholas shared how it all began during their Form 6 days when they both joined the Basketball Club. At the time, Nicholas was the chairman, while Narsheera served as the secretary.
Recalling his first impression of her, Nicholas admitted, “I thought she was Sarawakian because of her skin tone.”
Initially, he didn’t pay much attention to her, partly because he had spent the past five years in an all-boys school. Meanwhile, Narsheera’s first impression of Nicholas was that he appeared to be a cheerful and responsible person. She had no idea at the time that he would one day become the love of her life.
There were no instant sparks or dramatic first meetings—just two students whose paths happened to cross. After all, isn’t that how the best stories often begin?
Over time, their relationship blossomed in the simplest yet most meaningful ways. They even had a special place they called the “Basketball Stairs”—their little secret spot.
There, they would steal quick moments together, sharing small bites of food during recess, cherishing those fleeting instances of love between classes.
As their Lower Six days unfolded, bus rides became an unexpected but treasured part of their love story.
“We weren’t together yet, but we always took the same bus, laughing and chatting the entire way. She would get off a few stops after me, and those short rides became something I eagerly looked forward to,” Nicholas reminisced.
Overcoming Barriers for Love
Despite their deep feelings for each other, Nicholas and Narsheera encountered just as much resistance from those around them. Teachers disapproved of their relationship, fearing it would interfere with her studies and academic performance. Meanwhile, Narsheera’s father believed it was too soon for her to have a boyfriend.
As the daughter of a traditional Sinhalese family, Narsheera had to follow strict rules—meeting only once a week, never staying out past 6 PM, and absolutely no night dates, not even on special occasions. On top of that, their relationship often sparked curiosity, with people questioning what it was like to be with someone from a different race.
One of the biggest challenges they faced was their difference in religion. For years, they wrestled with the difficult question of whether to remain in their respective faiths or embrace a shared one. Their discussions were intense, and the arguments often left them emotionally exhausted.
Every conversation about religion seemed to end in tension, sometimes resulting in days of silence between them. Yet, deep down, they both knew the issue remained unresolved.
As their wedding day drew closer, the pressure only mounted. Nicholas admitted that he despised how every talk about faith turned into a conflict, but he was always mindful never to say anything in the heat of the moment that he didn’t truly mean.
He made it a rule to approach every argument with words he would stand by even when calm. This mindset helped him keep their relationship strong, despite the challenges they faced.
Finding Strength in Differences
There were times when the obstacles felt insurmountable, leaving Nicholas and Narsheera wondering if their love was worth the struggle. At one point, they even thought about eloping—escaping together and getting married without outside interference. However, deep down, they knew it wasn’t the right path, as the weight of such a decision would be too much to bear.
In their darkest moments, Nicholas always found himself returning to the beginning. What made him fall in love with her? What sacrifices had she made for him? Why did he want to spend his life with her?
The answer never changed—he loved her for who she was, not for who he wanted her to be.
Their interracial relationship opened their eyes to many new perspectives. Nicholas grew to appreciate the richness of different cultures, realizing that every tradition carries its own meaning and significance. He firmly believes that the more you engage with people from diverse backgrounds, the broader and deeper your understanding of the world becomes.
Narsheera, on the other hand, never imagined she would win the heart of a Chinese guy.
“Most Chinese guys only go for Chinese girls,” she would joke. “Even now, I sometimes catch myself staring at Nicholas and thinking, ‘Wow, I actually got a Chinese guy!’”
Their relationship also required sacrifices. With Narsheera’s family being strict, she couldn’t offer Nicholas the typical experiences of a ‘normal’ relationship—late-night outings, spontaneous trips, or endless time together.
Because of this, Narsheera often found herself asking Nicholas the same question over and over: “Why did you stay with me despite all these restrictions? You could’ve easily been with someone who could give you all that.”
At first, Nicholas had no answer. He was so deeply in love that the thought had never even crossed his mind. But by the time he finally recognized the sacrifices he had made for their relationship, he was already in too deep—and not once did he ever consider leaving Narsheera.
A Wedding That Had It All
This wonderful couple had their ROM on September 26, followed by a breathtaking multicultural wedding on December 21. On their special day, Nicholas and Narsheera made sure their wedding was a true celebration of love in every way possible.
“We wanted to incorporate everything—Chinese, Indian, and Western traditions—so that no one felt left out. But more importantly, we wanted it to be a wedding our guests would never forget,” they shared.
Nicholas delivered a hilarious speech, setting the tone for a night full of laughter. The groomsmen joined in with their own comical moments and even took the stage to dance the Poco-Poco, a nostalgic tribute to their university days at UNIMAS.
The wedding was a beautiful display of diversity, with guests dressed in a stunning array of attire—cheongsams, sarees, lehengas, baju kurung, baju melayu, kurtas, suits, and elegant gowns.
“So many people told us it was the best wedding they had ever attended,” the couple shared proudly.
What truly makes their love story special isn’t just the grand gestures—it’s the little things they do for each other.
“Sometimes, she’ll just stare at me for a few seconds. When I ask what’s wrong, she simply smiles and says, ‘I can’t believe you’re finally my husband,’” Nicholas shared.
Having witnessed both successful and failed relationships among friends, Nicholas offers one crucial piece of advice—seek your parents’ approval.
“It won’t happen in just one conversation. It’ll take time and multiple attempts, but eventually, they’ll come around. Don’t take it lightly, because any unresolved disagreement can affect your relationship in the long run.” He also emphasized the importance of tuning out unnecessary negativity.
“Society will always have opinions, but you can’t please everyone. Wise people offer valuable advice, while others may only spread negativity. At the end of the day, what truly matters is your love.”
From high school sweethearts stealing moments at the basketball stairs to a happily married couple, Nicholas and Narsheera’s love story is proof that when love is real, it always finds a way.
Source: Weird Kaya
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