Love & encounters in the 21st century are no longer a fairytale: It's a complex, ever-evolving landscape shaped by age, gender, and societal shifts. happn, the real-life dating app that turns chance encounters into connections, spills the tea on what modern Indian daters really want. From the carefree chaos of Gen Z to the seasoned wisdom of millennials, we're diving deep into the hearts and minds of India’s lovebirds.
things have definitely changed. So buckle up, because this happn new survey is about to redefine your idea of love, relationships, and everything in between. The results from happn survey show that singles have decided to skip traditional fairy tales.
While a whopping 53% of Gen Z-ers are still clinging to the idea of monogamy, this number plummets to 35% for those aged 36 and up. Ladies seem to be leading the charge for relationship diversity, with only 17% of women over 36 sticking to the traditional one-person playbook, compared to 37% of men. Who says love has to be limited? Polyamory is slowly gaining popularity, especially with women.
13% of Gen Z women and 11% of older women are embracing the idea of multiple partners. And for those in their prime (26-35), open relationships are becoming the new norm, with 19% of both men & women giving it a go. Long-distance relationships (LDRs) are the ultimate test of love.
Gen Z on happn is optimistic, with 64% believing in the power of long-distance. However, millennials are more sceptical, with only 46% of 26-35-.