Assamese romantic fiction gained momentum in the mid-20th century, with the publication of novels like " Kopparua " (1947) by Lakshminath Bezibarua and " Rongmon " (1955) by Bishnu Prasad Rabha. These works marked a significant shift from traditional folklore and mythology to modern romantic fiction. The genre gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, with writers like Dr. Bhupen Khakhar and Homen Borgohain creating a stir with their romantic novels.