SHANGHAI, April 29 -- In a remarkable evolution of dating culture, young Chinese singles are turning their search for love into a participatory spectator event through livestreamed video chatrooms.

This growing trend transforms the traditionally private process of dating into public entertainment, with thousands of viewers watching and commenting as participants seek romantic connections under the guidance of amateur "cyber matchmakers", according to the Associated Press.

The phenomenon represents a dramatic departure from conventional dating approaches as singles willingly expose their romantic vulnerabilities to public scrutiny.

During these livestreamed sessions, participants answer personal questions about their age, occupation, in...