Blind Date: ‘My contact lens fell out towards the end, so we had to cut it short’

January 3, 2026

TL;DR

Karyshma (27, financial data analyst) and Arun (36, radiographer) went on a blind date.
They discussed Instagram, books, film, travel, identity, family, and crisps, finding they had much in common.
The most awkward moment for Karyshma was the reluctance to finish tapas; for Arun, it was his vague book synopses.
Both found each other to be good conversationalists and engaging.
Karyshma's date was cut short when her contact lens fell out.
Arun appreciated Karyshma's laugh and engaging nature; Karyshma valued Arun's open and thoughtful conversation.
Neither experienced an instant romantic spark, but both are open to meeting again.
They exchanged numbers and both rated the experience highly, with Arun giving a metaphorical 10/10.

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