Mobile romance: is it working?

The saying “romance is in the air” appears to be true in modern times too. In today’s world, it is mobile phones which are carrying the messages of love. Although you may read numerous articles about how the way you smell, the color of your clothing and your confidence can make you look more attractive to your date. In India where dating is not a culturally acceptable phenomenon, people are using mobile phones to date and romance. Does it mean that how you look, smell and the way you carry yourself has no relevance in India between the dating couple? I am not sure. But it is true that Indians are using mobile phones to get to know their partners before marriage even if the match is arranged. In her study Carolyn Wei, found several instances where young Indians living in Bangalore were using mobile phones to maintain personal and romantic relationships. The study supports the evidence that mobile phones are being used for dating, however, the extent to which they are impacting or changing cultural values about dating and romance is still not known. The question still remains, whether dating before marriage is now acceptable in India or is it happening because mobile phones provide a convenient way?