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A marriage biodata is a short document containing the most important information you need to know about someone to decide if you might make a good match. It's traditionally used by Indian Muslims and Hindus, but people from other cultures can write biodatas for dating, as well! Keep reading to learn how to write a marriage biodata, whether you're Hindu or Muslim man or woman. We'll also provide helpful tips for crafting a personalized biodata, deciding when to write a biodata, and the benefits of having one, with advice from professional matchmakers and photographers.
Top Tips for Writing a Marriage Biodata
- Fill out your personal details (name, date of birth, education, religion, etc.).
- Share details about your family (parents' names & occupations, number of siblings).
- Write a brief "About Me" paragraph describing your personality in 1-4 sentences.
- List your contact information (phone number, email address, & address).
- Include a clear, well-lit photo of yourself that showcases your best features.
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How to Write Marriage Biodata
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1Fill out your personal details. The biggest section of a traditional marriage biodata is your personal details. This is where you'll share information about yourself that your potential partner needs to know to find out if you're compatible. Your potential partner will want to know your date of birth, height, weight, place of birth, and religion. If they're Indian, they may also want to know your gotra (family name) and whether you're a Manglik (a person born under the rule of Mars who, according to tradition, may be more likely to cause strife in a marriage).[1] Below is a full list of personal information you may decide to share.
- Name
- Date of birth
- Time of birth
- Astrological sign
- Religion
- Diet (e.g., vegetarian or vegan)
- Gotra (family name)
- Manglik status
- Birthplace
- Height
- Weight
- Complexion
- Blood type
- Education (highest level)
- Occupation
Meet the wikiHow Experts
Louie Felix is a matchmaker and dating coach, and the founder and CEO of Matchmaking VIP. He has almost 16 years of experience.
Shana Tibi is a certified professional matchmaker and founder of Curated Connections. She specializes in creating curated dates.
Jessica McKnight is a photographer with expertise in a wide range of photo session types, including headshot/branding, fashion, family, and children.
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2Share details about your family. Family is extremely important in Indian culture. Traditionally, parents in India arrange and approve their children's marriages. A potential partner might want to know who your parents are and their occupations. This information will help them determine if you come from what they consider to be a "good family." Here are some details you may want to share in the "Family" section of your biodata.
- Father's name
- Mother's name
- Father's occupation
- Mother's occupation
- Number of sisters and whether they're married or unmarried
- Number of brothers and whether they're married or unmarried
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3Write an "About Me" paragraph. The "About Me" paragraph is where you can let your personality shine through! In 1-4 brief sentences, describe your personality traits, hobbies, and ambitions. The end of the paragraph can also be a good place to mention specific traits you want to see in your future spouse. Below are some examples of how to write the "About Me" section of your biodata.
- I'm a fun person who enjoys traveling and experiencing new sights and sounds. I also love animals and being out in nature. Family and cultural traditions are very important to me, but I'm also eager to start my own family and make our own traditions.
- I belong to a good family of engineers. I'm open-minded and always look for the silver lining, no matter how dark things get. My hobbies are reading, watercolors, and watching documentaries.
- I'm a person who loves learning new things and trying new skills. I'm great at building computers and am a whiz at making tea. I'm looking for someone my age to share deep conversations and good times with.
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4List your contact information. If you want, you can use your biodata to let your potential match know how to get in touch with you! Include details such as a phone number they can use to call or text you, an email address, and your residential address.
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5Include a clear photo of yourself. A picture is worth a thousand words, so attach a great photo of yourself to your marriage biodata! It's up to you and your matchmaker if you want to provide a headshot only or a full body photo. According to photographer Jessica McKnight, "good lighting is important," so take the photo in an area with lots of natural light. She also advises looking at portraits of people to find a pose you like and mimic it.[2]
- For women: Wear makeup to enhance your best features.
- For both women and men: Wear your best clothes and jewelry, and groom yourself before taking the photo. Put effort into your appearance to show your future matches that you have self-respect and good taste!
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- ↑ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/astrology/relationships-marriage/the-effects-of-mangal-dosha-and-the-suitable-remedies/articleshow/68205268.cms
- ↑ Jessica McKnight. Photographer. Expert Interview
- ↑ https://globalnews.ca/news/6410899/lying-while-dating/
- ↑ https://scholarblogs.emory.edu/postcolonialstudies/2014/06/20/arranged-marriages-matchmakers-and-dowries-in-india/
- ↑ Louie Felix. Dating Coach & Matchmaker. Expert Interview
- ↑ Shana Tibi. Certified Professional Matchmaker. Expert Interview
- ↑ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3705700/
