‘Open to marry’? Mumbai founder’s viral LinkedIn idea gets a hilarious reply from Shaadi …

A Mumbai-based founder has sparked online chatter after suggesting a playful, yet pointed, twist to professional networking: a “#OpenToMarry” badge on LinkedIn, akin to its “Open to Work” tag. The idea came from Shubham Gune, CEO of agency Hinglish, who shared his frustrations with traditional dating apps and matrimonial sites. He wrote: “Mujhse Shaadi Karogi? Before you judge me, hear me out.” He went on to question why a platform that connects professionals couldn’t also facilitate meaningful relationships when it already links jobs, clients, mentors and investors. Gune’s post featured an edited profile picture declaring “Open To Marry” and invited others to join a movement under the hashtag. His tongue-in-cheek suggestion drew thousands of reactions and turned the comments section into what users dubbed a “LinkedIn swayamvar.” The conversation took an even funnier turn when dating site Shaadi.com joined the thread. Its official handle chimed in with: “We got LinkedIn swayamvar before GTA 6.” The banter highlighted how the line between professional and personal networking is blurring. “If LinkedIn can get us jobs, clients, mentors, and investors…Why can’t it help us find love?,” says Gune. “Let’s start something called hashtag#OpenToMarry, If you’re genuinely ready, just drop the name of your
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