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A lighthearted exchange between a Chinese man and his Nepali wife has sparked significant online discussion in China after the couple jokingly debated the idea of having six children. The couple, who live in Gansu Province’s Hezhou region, recently shared a video where the husband asked his wife in a mix of Chinese and English how many children she wanted. With a smile, she replied, “Six, okay?” Her husband hesitated, saying, “Six is too many,” but his father chimed in with enthusiasm, assuring that he’d help raise them.
The playful conversation, which even saw the mother-in-law suggesting “eight” children as a humorous counter, resonated widely with Chinese netizens. The video gained traction as viewers responded with a mix of support, humor, and questions about the realities of such a large family.
Netizens saw the exchange as both a charming portrayal of cross-cultural marriage and a reflection of societal trends. “Nepali women have many admirable qualities - hardworking, family-oriented, and willing to have large families,” commented one user, hinting at China’s shifting family structure. “If more international brides join, it could alleviate the marriage pressure for men in rural areas,” another user suggested. Some viewed the woman’s willingness to have multiple children as an asset in China’s current demographic landscape, particularly in regions where aging populations and declining birth rates have become pressing issues.
However, a few voiced practical concerns. One user expressed doubts about whether the husband could financially support such a large family: “Can he really afford to raise six kids?” Another raised worries about the physical and economic demands, noting, “With one man working to support five or six children, it’ll be a tough life, but admirable if he can manage it.”
Commentary also touched on broader social issues, with some observing the dynamics between domestic and foreign brides in China. As the Chinese population sees a gradual increase in international marriages, some see it as a way to address the “surplus” of single men in rural areas. Others argue that this trend adds competition for local women, potentially leading to social pressures and shifts in the marriage market.
