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Which character is your ideal boyfriend?

by ASJAD NAZIR

TAKE THIS FUN QUIZ NOW TO FIND WHICH SHAHID KAPOOR STARRING ROLE IS BEST SUITED TO YOU


HE MAY have been voted as the sexiest Asian man on the planet for 2017 and won admirers for his performances on the big screen, but Sha­hid Kapoor is not available and happily married.

He is looking forward to becoming a father for the second time and very much a devoted family man, but that doesn’t stop his legion of devotees dreaming of finding someone like him.

With that in mind, here is a fun quiz to see which Shahid Kapoor character is your ideal boy­friend. (Men can play along too to see which character most resembles them by selecting what choice they would want their girlfriend to make).

Where would be your ideal place to meet a guy?

  1. You don’t think about it too much and leave it to the universe.
  2. Get your family to play matchmaker and intro­duce you both.
  3. While travelling or pursuing some type of passion.
  4. At a party, bar or social gathering.

What kind of dating profile would you use?

  1. I would do so reluctantly, but it would be one for busy professionals.
  2. I wouldn’t feel comfortable on a dating app, but don’t mind matrimonial sites.
  3. I believe in fate and that the universe will bring me the right guy.
  4. I am on a number of dating apps and find them fun.

What would be your ideal first date?

  1. Being alone in a picturesque place.
  2. Having tea together in a relaxed environment.
  3. Doing something unexpected and out of the box.
  4. Go to a rock concert or party.

How important is parental approval?

  1. You believe in deciding your own destiny.
  2. Approval is essential for you on both sides.
  3. Love matters more than anyone’s approval.
  4. Right now it doesn’t matter as you are living in the moment.

How important are looks to you?

  1. What matters is a big heart, not how he looks.
  2. He should have a homely ‘boy next door’ look.
  3. A great personality is most important, but he should look nice.
  4. He needs to be good looking and have a great body too.

What part of a guy’s personality do you love the most?

  1. His bravery, chivalry and compassion.
  2. His kind nature and family values.
  3. That he is very thoughtful and supportive.
  4. That he is adventurous, exciting and a little bit unpredictable.

How much should you have in common?

  1. We should have a lot in common and share the same values.
  2. We should be compatible, but understand get­ting to know one another takes time.
  3. You believe that opposites can attract, so it doesn’t matter.
  4. We should both like having fun, aside from that it doesn’t matter right now.

How would you want him to dress?

  1. Expensive, well-tailored outfits.
  2. Something comfortable, you are not too bothered.
  3. Smart casual.
  4. Designer wear and up with latest trends. He should look cool.

How often would you want to see him?

  1. You want to stand by his side in all aspects of life, but understand you are both busy.
  2. You want to be a support system and are happy to plan your time around him.
  3. You want a guy who respects your space, but is there and always supporting you.
  4. You are not looking for anything too serious at the present moment and have lots of other things going on.

What should he think of your status?

  1. I should be his equal.
  2. It’s okay if he takes charge.
  3. He should give me the respect I give him.
  4. I haven’t ever thought about that and it doesn’t matter right now.

How do you like to dress?

  1. Expensive traditional wear.
  2. I’m not too much of a fashionita.
  3. Comfortable western wear.
  4. Sexy outfits that make a guy’s head turn.

What kind of music do you listen to?

  1. I don’t really have time for music and would rather read a book.
  2. Easy listening and classical.
  3. Great uptempo happy songs that you can take on a drive.
  4. The latest dance anthems, played loud.

What are your dancing skills like?

  1. I am too busy to dance, but would do some­thing slow and steady.
  2. I prefer Indian classical to western dance.
  3. I like to dance like no one is watching whenev­er possible.
  4. I could beat anyone in a dance-off, if it was western music. I look good on the dance floor.

How do you feel about cooking?

  1. I don’t mind cooking, but am usually too busy and would like someone to cook for me.
  2. I am an amazing cook and know all the dishes.
  3. I have a few signature dishes, but otherwise it’s eating out.
  4. I like takeaways, ready meals and someone else’s cooking.

How much of a homemaker are you?

  1. I believe in having a fine home, but believe we should work on it as a team.
  2. Being a homemaker is my speciality and also my dream.
  3. I am not a homemaker right now, but would like to become one in the future.
  4. I don’t think about that as I have other priori­ties or am just not ready for that.

What kind of movie would you want to see at the cinema?

  1. An action adventure.
  2. An emotional family drama.
  3. A romantic comedy.
  4. A science fiction or superhero movie.

What is your own biggest flaw?

  1. Being stubborn.
  2. Keeping things bottled up inside.
  3. Being rebellious at times.
  4. Doing things that are clearly not good for me.

What is your position on living together?

  1. Yes, but only if you have some independence.
  2. Only after marriage.
  3. You think that it’s a good way to get to know each other.
  4. You want your own space at the moment and not ready for it.

What is the most adventurous thing you have done?

  1. You are brave and have done something ad­venturous like a parachute jump or made a ca­reer in a male-dominated place.
  2. You are not really adventurous and don’t be­lieve you need to be.
  3. You have been travelling and love seeing new places too.
  4. You have snuck out to parties and pulled all-nighters with friends.

What is your top priority right now?

  1. Career and family.
  2. Find a husband.
  3. Find your calling in life.
  4. Enjoy each day and live life to the fullest.

Who is your inspiration?

  1. A famous leader, thinker or someone from history.
  2. Your parents
  3. I believe in finding inspiration in life.
  4. A famous celebrity.

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