In this episode, we invite our friend and fellow journalist Debanjali for a deep dive into a Netflix summer sensation - Indian Matchmaking, the eight-part docuseries that follows Sima Taparia, "Mumbai's top matchmaker" as she flies around the world to connect single men and women who are looking for their ideal spouses. The show, which has drawn widespread criticism and praise, has also sparked a debate about casteism, colorism, and sexism. In a thought-provoking conversation, Deb weaves her personal experiences and observations from growing up in India into her reflections on the show. She shares with us her thoughts on the reality of matchmaking in India and whether the show reflects that reality. Last but not least, we explore the role of dating apps such as Bumble and Tinder and whether they could disrupt the matchmaking process in the digital age.

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