A Bengaluru-based stand-up comedian, Harshit Mahawar, has set off a fiery LinkedIn discussion with his unconventional advice: “Marry your colleague.” In a satirical post titled “Jobs in India are broken,” he humorously presents marriage as the ultimate work-life hack.

Mahawar lists the “advantages” of this approach, including splitting commute costs, blurring work-from-home boundaries, injecting fun into meetings, reducing workplace infidelity, and even doubling job referrals for future children. His post quickly caught traction, with users responding in jest and skepticism.

One user cautioned about office romances gone wrong, while another humorously pointed out the hazards of mixing appraisals with marriage disputes. A LinkedIn commenter quipped, “PIP at work and home? No thanks—I’ll keep swiping!” Others expanded on the idea, suggesting marrying a colleague could eliminate rent, parking, and bills, while one joked about hiring a spouse for a referral bonus.

While Mahawar’s tongue-in-cheek suggestion may not be a universal fix, it sheds light on the intense work-life challenges Indian employees face today. The viral post lands amid growing debates about long work hours, hustle culture, and the elusive pursuit of balance.