So, the next time you see a young Nepali staring intently at a Snapchat delivered arrow, or writing a cryptic Facebook status at 2 AM ( "Kehi manche haru jindagi ma khasai kei matlab bhayeni last ma uniharulai matlab bhayena" - Some people matter, but in the end, they don't care), know that you aren't just seeing a casual hookup.

Storytelling in Nepal frequently explores the tension between "love" marriages (arising from personal links) and "arranged" marriages.

: Some young daters use the 3–3–3 rule to manage these links: checking in with themselves after three dates, three weeks, and three months to decide if the connection should progress.

: Romantic themes are often "linked" to social issues, such as the struggle for independence in RANG SABAI GULABI

: Due to traditional societal expectations, "link" relationships are often kept secret from families. Couples may avoid being seen together in their own neighborhoods to prevent "weird judgmental stares" or relatives spotting them. Common Romantic Storylines in Nepal