Behind the glitter of bridal jewellery lies an invisible economy, one that thrives on social pressure, consumerism, and gender inequality.
The concept of ghor jamai, where husbands live with their wife’s family, challenges traditional norms. While older generations resist, younger couples prioritize practicality, convenience, and wellbeing, reshaping marriage dynamics and normalizing this evolving cultural arrangement across South Asia.
A confident, unmarried woman seeking compatibility isn’t unrealistic—she’s clear, self-assured, and unwilling to settle. Her choices reflect strength, not stubbornness. Respect her voice, don’t erase it. She deserves a partner, not societal pressure.
Emotional abuse in marriage often starts subtly with criticism and isolation, leading to psychological harm and control. Recognising signs, seeking support, and prioritizing safety are vital steps for survivors to reclaim freedom and rebuild their lives.
Marriage, in its simplicity, is an agreement between two people. But, as Abdul Hamid, a noted psychotherapist at the MONOBIKASH Foundation, aptly puts it, "Without talking, nothing can progress." That’s where the journey begins—through conversations long before the wedding day.
Despite criticism online in the past for the app, the Muzz event was attended by about 100 people.
Love always finds its way, a truth vividly manifested in the life of actor and YouTuber Tamim Mridha.
On January 12, Farhan Ahmed Jovan revealed to his fans that he had finally found his soulmate.
Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik shared his wedding pictures with Sana Javed on social media on Wednesday. Now Sania Mirza has broken her silence regarding the issue.
Love always finds its way, a truth vividly manifested in the life of actor and YouTuber Tamim Mridha.
On January 12, Farhan Ahmed Jovan revealed to his fans that he had finally found his soulmate.
Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik shared his wedding pictures with Sana Javed on social media on Wednesday. Now Sania Mirza has broken her silence regarding the issue.
The year has begun with the news of celebrities tying the knot, one after another. After Mousumi Hamid and Farhan Ahmed Jovan’s wedding news, the media industry is pleasantly surprised with the news of newly wedded couple Nazia Haque Orsha and Mustafizur Noor Imran.
Yesterday night, Farhan Ahmed Jovan pleasantly surprised his fans by posting two pictures from his wedding ceremony on his verified Facebook page, accompanied by the caption, "And we both expressed gratitude, saying Alhamdulillah, Kabul.”
Mousumi Hamid captivated audiences with her remarkable acting skills. Yesterday, she celebrated her holud ceremony, adorned in a stunning yellow saree and flowery accessories. The "Guti" actress is poised to marry Abu Sayeed Rana this Friday.
Arbaaz Khan has finally found love again with his girlfriend Sshura Khan. The couple tied the knot amidst the presence of their close ones at Arpita Khan’s house.
Truth be told, I had no idea Wife Appreciation Day was an occasion to celebrate. Despite constant reminders on social media by media houses that it was “the day” to honour the significant other, and pretty much every married man on my friends list showering their love for their better halves on Facebook, I decided to let the occasion pass.
When a couple gets married, they are either already in love with their partners, or in the case of an arranged marriage, trying to fall in love. It is felt by many an expert, that this is the time when partners form crucial and lasting bonds with each other and need privacy the most.
The practice of adopting the husband’s surname upon marriage reflects societal and cultural beliefs about women's lives, seen as dependent and interconnected.
