New Delhi, March 27 -- Some of the most loved rom-coms imply that opposites not only attract, but create magical love stories. The reserved bookworm falling for the socialite, the glass-half-full optimist drawn to the enigmatic realist-these unlikely pairings make for irresistible on-screen chemistry. But in reality, do contrasting personalities stand the test of time?

Attraction is often based on differences. We are attracted to the unfamiliar, the novel, the qualities that feel new and exciting. This is why the idea that 'opposites attract' holds popular belief. However, over time, the very differences that once fascinated us can become sources of friction. This paradox is central to many relationship challenges.

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