A Chinese man, pressured by family, married a woman after a brief video call and three days of acquaintance. Nine days later, he sought a divorce citing undisclosed debts and a differing identity. The matchmaking agency, which received a hefty fee, refused a refund, while the wife counter-sued, claiming depression and unmet expectations. The rapid marriage and subsequent dispute have sparked widespread online debate.

32-year-old single child finds woman via matchmaking centre ends up in messy divorce battle, out of pocket to tune of tens of thousands.

Without meeting the woman in person or interacting with the family, the man and his relatives agreed to go ahead with the wedding. | Trending