More than anything else, weddings, love stories, and dating have all been explored by Indian filmmakers. Several reality shows and motion pictures center on arranged and love weddings. Numerous popular streaming services are overflowing with shows that are a matchmaker's dream. And yes a little cringe too (alot maybe).
The first season of Indian Matchmaking, which followed the adventures of matchfixer Sima Taparia, debuted on Netflix two years ago. She meets folks who are looking for a good life companion during the eight-episode season. The show will return with season 3 soon after a second season.
?Where to watch: Netflix
IRL: In Real Love is an original dating reality show from India. The series, which debuted on April 6, centers on four single people who interact both outside and online. Gauahar Khan and Rannvijay Singha are the hosts of the show.
?Where to watch: Netflix
A group of single "islanders" congregates at a gorgeous villa on Love Island, a picturesque tropical setting. They are searching for love, but as usual, finding the right person to spend their lives with is not easy because they also have to win over the public's affections.
As the Islanders establish alliances and relationships are built to earn the ultimate grand prize, challenges and surprises abound.
?Where to watch: Netflix
This programme, which is based on three young Indian ladies who are going to get married, is technically a documentary as opposed to other programmes in the league. The programme walks viewers through the personal lives of these women, their households, and the pressure they feel to find husbands. Sima Taparia is another character in A Suitable Girl who attempts to find her daughter the ideal match in order to get her married and settled.
?Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
It's common to refer to Karan Johar as an unofficial celebrity matchmaker. In order to sharpen his dating abilities, the director organised a programme called What The Love! KJo portrays the cupid for six singles looking for love while coping with their fears in the Netflix original series, which debuted in 2020. Before dating, he mentors and cultivates these individuals so they are aware of their skills and self-assured. He arranges a date for each of these six individuals with their prospective partner.?
?Where to watch: Netflix
The Roadies judges Raghu and Rajiv have created another intriguing show called Skulls and Roses. It is a unique series since it combines romance and adventure. This competition allows players to bond on Rose Island before sending them to Skull Island to test their bravery, in contrast to the duo's previous high-voltage event.
?Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
A dating programme where a lady goes on three virtual dates and can observe the world from the viewpoint of her dates while remaining blind to them. Through this humorous 10-episode dating reality series, actress Shilpa Shetty plays Cupid.
?Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
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