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How TV dating shows helped change love and marriage in China forever

  • Written by Pan Wang, Lecturer and Researcher, University of Technology Sydney

Today, dating shows are an important ingredient in China’s cultural diet, with popular shows like “If You Are the One” and “One Out of a Hundred” attracting millions of viewers.

For single people, they’re a platform for seeking potential spouses; for fans, they’re the subject of gossip and dissection; for...

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