Synopsis
Two young Hindu women in Britain search for their soulmates with the help of matchmakers, parents and family.
- Programme: Strictly Soulmates
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2012
- Religious Education | Hinduism | Relationships and families | Relationships and families
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