Hazaribagh, India – In a heartwarming story of love transcending borders, a 49-year-old woman from Poland has found her soulmate in a small village in Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh. Barbara Polak and Shadab Malik first connected on the popular social media platform, Instagram, in 2021. What began as a simple online friendship soon blossomed into a deep love that knows no boundaries.
Barbara, a divorced woman from Poland, decided to take a leap of faith and follow her heart to be with Shadab, who hails from Baratua village in Hazaribagh. Accompanied by her six-year-old daughter, Ananya, Barbara made the courageous move and arrived in India on a tourist visa that is valid until 2027.
Their love story bears similarities to other cross-border romances that have made headlines in recent times. Seema Haider courageously traveled to India with her children to marry a lover she met through an online game, and Iqra from Pakistan, who found love in Bengaluru while playing an online Ludo game, Barbara’s journey has captured the attention of many.
Barbara and Shadab have now taken a significant step towards their happily ever after as they have applied for marriage at the Hazaribagh Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Court. The couple’s love has been so profound that Barbara’s daughter has already begun referring to Shadab as her “dad.”
Amidst the preparations for their upcoming wedding, Barbara shared her admiration for Shadab, calling him a “fantastic and sweet person.” She also expressed her love for India, describing it as a beautiful country. Upon her arrival in Hazaribagh, Barbara received a warm welcome from the locals, making her feel like a celebrity.
“I have my own house, a car, and a good job. I am from Poland, but I have come to India and Hazaribagh for Shadab Alam. I am very happy with him. We are going to marry each other very soon,” Barbara joyfully exclaimed.
Their love story serves as a reminder that love truly knows no bounds, and technology has the power to connect hearts across continents. As Barbara and Shadab gear up to begin their new chapter together, their story of love and courage continues to inspire and captivate people worldwide. The couple’s wedding is eagerly anticipated by the village, which celebrates the union of two souls brought together by fate and Instagram.
