But watching Namastey London again, I wonder, aren’t we all still searching for a love like that? A love that is certain, unwavering, and doesn’t crumble at the first sign of doubt?
Namastey London is back in cinemas, and so are my childhood delulu dreams of finding an Arjun in real life. Watching it again, I felt that same butterflies-in-my-stomach feeling I had as a kid, the one that made me believe in love that is patient, humorous, family-oriented, and, most importantly, unwavering. But in this era of “talking stages” and “let’s see where this goes,” would an Arjun even survive? More importantly – why aren’t there Arjuns anymore?
He had a quiet confidence, a sense of security in his love that didn’t rely on games or power dynamics. He was humorous without being cynical, respectful without being passive, and deeply loyal without demanding validation. He didn’t just make grand gestures; he was consistent.
Fast forward to today, and men like that seem almost fictional. Patience is mistaken for weakness, humor is often laced with irony or detachment, and loyalty? That’s just an outdated concept in a world where options are endless. The idea of waiting for someone, or standing by them even when they don’t see you in the same way yet, is often dismissed as unhealthy or obsessive.
Would Arjun Survive Modern Dating?
In today’s world, where relationships are built on fleeting texts and unspoken rules, someone like Arjun might struggle. His unwavering devotion would likely be dismissed as trying too hard. His daily check-ins are mistaken for being clingy. The idea of waiting for someone to come around might even be labeled unhealthy. But is it really?
The Arjun Dilemma: Is Patience Creepy or Romantic?
Some might say waiting for someone to eventually love you is unhealthy. But let’s be real – don’t we all want at least one person to fight for us? Someone who sees beyond our ego-driven phases, our emotionally unavailable arcs, and just… stays? Arjun wasn’t forcing Jazz to love him; he just knew that what they had was real. And isn’t that what we secretly crave? A love so strong that we don’t have to second-guess where we stand?
Bring Back Grand Gestures (Without the Toxicity)
The modern dating culture thrives on ambiguity, where playing it cool is a survival skill. But somewhere along the way, the fear of appearing too invested has stripped romance of its depth. That doesn’t mean love should be about chasing someone indefinitely, but it does mean that commitment and patience shouldn’t be dismissed as outdated.
So, where are the Arjuns of today? Maybe they still exist but have learned to hold back, waiting for a world that values love the way he did.
