When it comes to international love stories , the Instagram version can look effortless. Two people from different countries find each other, blend traditions and build a life together. But behind the reels often lies a quiet, ongoing cultural negotiation. Also read | Ukrainian woman shares difference between gym culture in India and Europe
“She was travelling to India, she likes Indian food, she loves Indian dresses, outfits. She herself loves to be in India. Maybe she was working there, maybe she had some sort of experience in India,” she added. One wrote: “I’m married to an Indian man, so I honestly don’t understand what you’re talking about 😉 We live in Germany and he is actually more Ukrainian than I am. I dressed in traditional Indian clothes for a photoshoot. Some Bollywood films are definitely worth watching, just as some European and American movies can be complete disasters. We travel to India not only for its beautiful mountains, deserts, and magnificent palaces—some of which you can even stay in — but also for its luxurious hotels and exceptional hospitality. You can’t generalise about people or marriages in that way. Another woman shared a similar perspective: “Not always true. I’m married to an Indian man. And I’m Ukrainian. I’m not in love with Indian culture. My husband does not speak Hindi, only English. Yes, I love his food, and he loves my food. And we believe in God. We are both Christians. We have a beautiful mixed-race baby boy, and we live in Canada. Where we don’t have any of his family or mine. And we are fine with it. And we are doing well with God’s help.”
I’m not particularly fond of every Indian dish; I never learned Hindi, although I can understand about 80 percent of it.
She said this love shows up in small, consistent ways — language, food, clothing, and even prior travel. “She’s in love with Indian culture, meaning she likes Hindi, she learns Hindi,” Sandra highlighted.
For her, the biggest mistake a woman could make was rushing into marriage without first experiencing life in India for herself. “Not just visit for a vacation, but actually spend enough time there to understand how she feels in that environment. How does your body react to the climate, food, lifestyle and pace? How does your mind respond to the cultural differences? How do you feel emotionally and spiritually living within a culture that can be very different from what you’re used to? These are things you need to explore before marriage,” Sandra added. In the video, Sandra got more specific about the personality type she believed was best suited to a happy cross-cultural marriage with an Indian partner. She’s in love with Indian culture. You as a man.”
Because of her, not because of you, right, and she’s in love with Indian culture.
“Before marriage, I truly believe a woman should experience India for herself,” she advised. It was not about compromise after the wedding, but about a genuine love for the culture that existed long before the man came into the picture: “There are specific women who will be really happy in international relationships with Indian men, according to her.
