India • Jun 23, 2025

Honeymoon murder sparks pre-marital investigations

After a high-profile honeymoon murder case, families in Madhya Pradesh are now hiring private detectives to look into the backgrounds of potential brides.
These checks cover everything from social media activity and past relationships to any criminal records, marking a shift from the usual focus on financial details.

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Packages costing up to ₹1 lakh

Thanks to recent crime stories and rising fears, detective background checks are becoming as important as traditional wedding rituals.
Some agencies even offer detailed pre-marriage packages costing up to ₹1 lakh.
Psychologist Dr. Satyakant Trivedi points out that this trend shows how marriages are starting with suspicion instead of trust, possibly influenced by popular crime shows.