One of the most respected couples in India, Infosys founder Narayana Murthy and his wife Sudha Murthy recently appeared on The Great Indian Kapil Show where they gave an insight into their marriage and humble life. In a frank conversation, Rajya Sabha member-philanthropist-author Sudha Murthy opened up about her love story with Narayana Murthy. She also revealed how Narayana Murthy was late to meet his father for the first time, which left a bad impression on him.
Recalling the incident, Sudha Murthy said that Narayana Murthy’s taxi broke down for as long as two hours. Her father, who was a professor, was very strict about time, so being late, Narayana Murthy failed to impress her father on the very first date!
“My father asked me about Narayana Murthy’s work and when he came, he said he wanted to join politics and open an orphanage. My father thought, “How much does Narayana Murthy earn?” and “What will his salary be?”. .. My father thought highly of me because there were few women in engineering in those days,” shared Sudha Murthy.
Sharing his perspective on meeting his father-in-law for the first time, Narayana Murthy added, “I was a bit playful and even a bit adventurous. I thought, OK, let him be angry.
While being late is definitely something to avoid when meeting future in-laws for the first time, here are some other things to keep in mind to impress your in-laws:
1. Dress well
The fact that you are well-groomed and dressed to meet relatives for the first time shows that you are serious about this meeting. It also shows your sincerity for the occasion.
2. Don’t talk too much about yourself
While one should be honest about their work, family or personal life when asked, one should refrain from talking too much or bragging in front of relatives. Instead, be honest and humble when talking to them.
3. Avoid PDA and do not criticize your partner (even jokingly)
Remember that the first meeting with your future in-laws is an official event. And so avoid excessive use of any PDA. Also, don’t criticize your partner or make fun of their quirks, even jokingly, as this can be considered disrespectful to their family. Instead, speak positively about your partner to make a good impression on your relatives.
4. Respect their cultural or family traditions
Every family has its own customs. If you are not familiar with them, be respectful and curious. Avoid comments that may seem dismissive or critical, and ask questions when appropriate.
5. Don’t try to impress too much
Trying too hard to impress your future in-laws can sometimes backfire, making you appear insincere or over-eager. Instead, keep calm and collected and just be yourself. Be honest, respectful, and comfortable with who you are, and they’re more likely to appreciate your authenticity.
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