Big planning and lavish dates appear to be becoming less common as indian singles turn to casual encounters and discover love in the ordinary. Though they seem exciting, are elaborate dates always feasible for today's daters? 74% of single indians questioned by the dating app Bumble said they are choosing more straightforward encounters than flashy, extravagant ones, indicating the rising popularity of a new dating trend called "Mundane Dating." In india, women (82%) are more likely than men (77%) to find this relevant.
 

In contrast to lavish experiences, people are prioritizing routines and the comfort of familiar surroundings, according to a recent app study. 37% of indian respondents said they enjoy the authenticity and simplicity of these dates, and they believe that ordinary dates can provide a deeper understanding of someone's personality. According to a poll, 36% of indians prefer meaningful chats on ordinary dates over ostentatious ones. Actually, according to a report, 43% of indian singles said they will no longer date someone who doesn't make time for them.
 

In the study, evening and morning walks emerged as the favorite (45%) followed by traveling to work together (42%), grocery shopping (40%), and cooking or baking together (39%). Interestingly, 18% of GenZ also claim being stuck in traffic together is their favorite mundane date idea.

"Mundane dates focus on simplicity and the authenticity of getting to know someone better; it's about finding happiness in ordinary daily things," says Lucille McCart, Director, APAC Comms, Bumble, in response to this new trend. In order to make real relationships and have deeper talks, Gen Z and Millennials in india are increasingly choose casual dates over expensive ones. This is because they can better comprehend and know one another in a relaxed atmosphere. You may organize enjoyable, straightforward, and meaningful dates centered around shared interests by utilizing Bumble's Prompts, such as "A perfect first date" or "I get way too excited about," and by adding Interest badges. These can range from chai dates to fast morning runs together. You may rely on the app to support you in your search for a compatible partner.
 

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