Dowry is prohibited under Indian law. A video mocking the traditional practice of bride's family offering 'dahej' or 'dowry' during the wedding has gone viral. It showcases a man humorously listing down the "qualities" of a bride instead of providing cash or cars as dowry, amusing netizens. Titled "Best Dahej Ever," the video features one of the relatives reading out a list of characteristics of the bride. The video suggests these traits serve a better purpose than cash-based dowry.
In the video, the man said the bride keeps blue ticks on social media and gives instant replies to chats, believing her to be an ideal partner.
The list of qualities went further, poking fun at the modern-day pressures of instant communication and social media culture, especially in a romantic relationship. "She has no male best friend. She has a private account on Instagram and doesn't add unknown people", the man read.
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In an unexpected twist on the traditional dowry system, where families often provide cash or gifts to the groom's side, this man put down a satirical take on what would more meaningfully constitute a "dowry" in today’s digital world.
The qualities listed were seemingly based on routine life, ranging from digital behaviour like quick text replies to other humorous traits that seem to poke fun at how relationships and expectations have evolved in the digital age.
Video crosses 10 million views; netizens react
The video was posted online by a content creator named Tanish Pal. Uploaded on February 16, the clip has already gone viral and crossed 10 million views on Instagram. It has gathered several comments.
"This is the only dahej I would like to take", people said.
Some viewers found the video funny and creative, others simply wrote "Kabul hai" thrice to accept the wedding proposal about the described bride.
