Because Mathu primarily publishes on non-traditional platforms (often starting as serialized Facebook posts or on the Manipuri Digital Library ), finding authentic copies can be tricky. To access :

Early narratives were heavily influenced by epic love tales of gods, goddesses, and mythical characters.

So, the next time you are looking for a story to get lost in, remember the Mathu . You might just find that the best love stories are the ones that take their time.

Many young writers share serialized "mathu" on Facebook and Telegram.

In the end, it was their shared passion for their heritage that brought them back together. A grand exhibition of Manipuri crafts was held in the capital, and both Sanatombi and Ibomcha were invited to showcase their work.