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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

39-year-old lawyer earning Rs 2 cr a year says she can’t find a husband. But as she revealed her ideal partner checklist, the internet was left stunned

A matchmaker's candid account of a conversation with a successful Indian woman living in Singapore has gone viral on social media, triggering a lively discussion about dating standards, marriage expectations and the challenges faced by high-achieving professionals.

The story, originally shared in a video and later reposted on Xa, revolves around a 39-year-old legal counsel earning around Rs 2 crore annually. While she described herself as open-minded in her search for a life partner, the matchmaker claimed her long list of non-negotiable requirements painted a different picture.

Viral Post Highlights A Long List Of Conditions

The social media post summarised the woman's preferences in a few bullet points.

According to the post, she was looking for a partner who was no older than 42, earned at least as much as she did, had never been married, was North Indian and was already based in Singapore.

The post also pointed out that only a small percentage of people in Singapore earn at a similar level, making her search pool significantly smaller.

The claims quickly caught the attention of users online, many of whom debated whether the requirements were realistic or simply reflected personal choice.

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