Are you a writer moved by this tradition? Here is a prompt to begin your own :

Searching for specific "Mathu" romantic fiction in Manipuri often leads to modern digital literature found on social media and specialized blogging platforms. While I cannot reproduce copyrighted stories in full, Common Themes in Manipuri Romantic Fiction

If “Mathu” is the specific story you seek, I recommend posting a query in with the exact spelling/context. Many elders remember obscure stories from the 1960s–80s. For general romantic fiction, start with Binodini Devi’s Madhabi – a masterpiece of longing and societal constraint.