28 January,2026 04:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Finding love again is often tougher for those who are divorced, separated or widowed, as they are afraid of getting hurt, or simply losing the person they love. However, there seems to be a change, as more Indians are changing the way they think, and that also includes single parents, according to a new survey.
Conducted by Indian matchmaking and matrimony app Rebounce, the survey shows how there is a shift in how Indians are approaching love, remarriage, and second chances.
Rebounce's founder and CEO, Ravi Mittal, explained, "Seeking love after divorce or considering remarriage after loss is slowly moving away from being a taboo to a conscious and hopeful next step. The early traction of our app clearly shows that Indians are no longer stuck in the failed marriage narrative. The new generation believes in continuing to live a full and happy life, and giving love a second chance is a huge part of it."
The user data shows that over 53 per cent of men and 64.6 per cent of women on the app are actively looking for marriage, not merely exploring or seeking casual dates. The data clearly indicates that second chances are pursued with more intent and purpose.
The typical age of the app's users is early 30s, and they are noted to be more emotionally mature, seeking long-term stability, and most of them are presently navigating or dealing with the aftermath of a serious life event, such as divorce or loss of a loved one. On average, women seeking second chances are around 35 and men 31, debunking the myth that remarriage is a later-life decision and is only pursued for companionship, not romance. Data from the app also show that 8 out of 10 Indians are specifically looking for love, not just a marriage of convenience or company for old age.
The app's consumer data provides a telling insight into the mindset of single parents. 55 per cent of single fathers and 68 per cent of single mothers are looking for marriage-led relationships on the app.
The data shows an interesting trend: users are not rigid about their match's marital history, signalling a notable shift toward compatibility-first relationships and remarriages, where emotional alignment, values, and clarity matter more than labels. Even something as simple as travel compatibility is prioritised over the past experience of a match, with the numbers showing over 57 per cent of men considering travel compatibility an important factor, and only less than 9 per cent taking marital history into consideration while looking for the right match. The numbers also prove that users are serious about a future together.
More than success, it's a change in mindse.
This reflects a positive shift in people's mindset. Divorce is no longer the end. The app shared that users look at divorce or separation as a mere pause before another beginning.
When it comes to users seeking long-term relationships, the finding is intriguing. Men with 22.2 per cent are more interested in an exclusive, long-term relationship than women with 16.1 per cent. Men and women are noted to be displaying relationship and partner-seeking patterns that stem from more clarity, lived experience, and courage to restart.
