Bollywood sold us a fairytale, but here’s what love in India actually looks like!

In this episode, Naina opens up about everything, from kundli-obsessed parents to the strangest breakup stories. She also shares practical relationship advice that can actually help you navigate love today.

We talk about first date tips that actually work, spotting red flags early, and whether every relationship really needs to end in marriage. If you’re single, taken, or just here for the drama, you’ll love this one!!

Naina Hiranandani is the co-founder of Sirf Coffee, a global bespoke matchmaking service established in 2010. With over a decade of experience in fostering meaningful connections, her perspectives on modern love have been featured in The Times of India, Mint Lounge, GQ, Vogue India and the Economic Times. Drawing on her background in journalism, Naina combines keen observation with deep empathy to navigate the nuanced world of human relationships.

Chapters:

00:00 Preview

01:02 What is love?

01:57 What is compatibility in love?

07:09 Is the end goal marriage?

11:00 Does kundli play a role in marriage?

13:43 Weird request from clients

16:48 Breakup Stories

20:01 Dating disasters and red flags

21:41 First date tips from a matchmaker

27:23 Modern dating terms

31:49 About Sirf Coffee

35:19 Conclusion

About the show:

For the women’s perspective that has long been missing from the world, we are bringing leaders, experts and professionals to voice their experience and insights!

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