An Indian boy, a Chinese girl, and a cross-cultural love story

Preet and Millie’s love story began with a chance meeting at Melbourne’s Botanical Gardens in 2014. A decade later, they are happily married, raising two children, and embracing both Punjabi and Chinese traditions. This Valentine’s Day, they share their story with SBS Punjabi—how they navigate cultural differences, build a family, and the language Millie switches to when they argue.

Preet & Mili at Darbar Sahib (Golden Temple), Amritsar Credit: Supplied

Key Points

• Preet and Millie first met in 2014 at Melbourne’s Botanical Gardens.
• Millie was born in China, and Preet was born in India.
• The couple has gained popularity on TikTok for their multicultural love story.

Born and raised in China, Millie never imagined that one day she would embrace Punjabi traditions, celebrate Indian festivals, and even teach her husband, Preet, Mandarin.

'Millie' and 'Preet' in tradition Chinese outfit Credit: Supplied

When Millie and Preet first crossed paths in 2014, she was navigating a difficult time in her life.

Preet’s support and kindness soon turned into something deeper—a lifelong bond.

'Millie' and 'Preet' enjoying holidays Credit: Supplied

A decade later, they are happily married and raising two children in a household where Mandarin and Punjabi blend seamlessly.

From celebrating Indian festivals to marking the Lunar New Year together, they are a cross-cultural couple who share traditions, languages, and love.

Credit: supplied

In an exclusive interview with SBS Punjabi, Millie shares a fun insight—when they argue, which language she uses to scold Preet? and how she expresses her love for him in Punjabi.

Listen to their heartwarming love story in this Valentines Day special interview with Preet and Millie.

LISTEN TO

ਜਦੋਂ ਚੀਨੀ 'ਮਿਲੀ' ਨੂੰ ਮਿਲਿਆ ਭਾਰਤੀ 'ਪ੍ਰੀਤ', ਤਾਂ ਬਣੀ ਜੋੜੀ 'ਮਿਲੀਪ੍ਰੀਤ'

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