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Indian Matchmaking - playing with love

 


Indian Matchmaking appeared as a suggestion on my Netflix account. I initially ignored it, but eventually, I decided to check it out. It is a weird show, I felt like they were going on sales to find a spouse, but I had some fun.

I watched the two seasons, and I must say that the first clients were more fun. But, unfortunately, the second season was boring. 

Indian culture

For someone like me, who knows very little of the Indian culture, this show gives us some perspective on what it is like. And you end up hoping for them to find a good match.

However, especially in the second season, things get a bit… wild—horoscopes, curses… way out of line for someone like me. Besides, I'm afraid I have to disagree with Sima on many things…

The bachelors are not so good, only because they have money or dated a lot (what?). That last one says something very different, aunty!

Since it is a show, and we all know that people act in reality shows, I have one question: is it realistic? I'm not sure. I read a review from an Indian girl who said it is realistic, which is sad.

And let's not forget the married couples they throw in there for no reason other than to attest that they are very happy and arranged marriages work. For their sake, I truly hope so. 

Sima’s clients

Sima is a traditional woman with traditional values. She seems to find matches primarily for (at least in the show) people who live in the States. People who grow up in the West Culture. What could go wrong?

I must say that most of them are pretty annoying, though. They complain a lot, and Sima is very patient…

The one who had the most impact on me was Aparna. She can be annoying and self-centered, but she has unshakable self-esteem! So go for it, girl!

Not about love, but growth

The matches are not always perfect; Sima doesn't provide miracles, only guidance. It shows that it is not about meeting the right person but about growth and self-knowledge. Sima helps them through the process.

It is not a show for everyone, but it is interesting enough.

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