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What “Boyfriend Material” Really Means: Lessons from Jacob Elordi’s Valentine’s Day Gesture
As Valentine’s Day approaches, a story from the set of Wuthering Heights caught my attention. While filming on Valentine’s Day 2025, Jacob Elordi surprised Margot Robbie with a room full of roses — and she later said it made her think he’d be “a very good boyfriend.”
What made the gesture powerful wasn’t just the romance — it was the thoughtfulness, timing, and emotional maturity behind it. Here’s what South Asian singles can learn about real partner material, thoughtful gestures, and the difference between romance and love bombing.
Hollywood, Bollywood, and the Changing Narrative on Age-Gap Relationships
Hollywood is flipping the script on age-gap relationships, celebrating older women dating younger men. But while Nicole Kidman and Anne Hathaway are redefining romance on screen, Bollywood still clings to its aging-hero tradition. What does this mean for Desi daters? It’s time to rethink outdated notions of love and compatibility.
Is Gen Z Facing a Love Drought? What South Asian Singles Need to Know
Gen Z is dating less than previous generations, leading to what some call a "love drought." From delayed adulthood and digital overload to shifting priorities and economic uncertainty, South Asian singles face unique challenges in modern dating. But breaking out of this trend is possible—with intentional real-life connections, better relationship skills, and open conversations about intimacy.