Ep 3. The Honeymoon Is Over

In season 1 episode 3 of Arranged (2015) titled "The Honeymoon Is Over," viewers are taken into the lives of the three couples who met through arranged marriages.

Meghan and Josh, who were set up by their parents, are learning how to live together as newlyweds. However, they are struggling with their different backgrounds and personalities, which are causing tension. Meghan comes from a liberal family, while Josh comes from a conservative family. Moreover, Meghan is used to living in the city, while Josh prefers the countryside. The couple is also facing financial strain due to their wedding expenses and their limited income.

Maria and Christian, who were arranged by a matchmaker, are also adjusting to married life. However, they are struggling with Christian's deployment as he is in the military. Maria is left feeling lonely and wishes Christian was there with her. She also faces challenges in adapting to Christian's strict family values and expectations.

Finally, Ragini and Veeral, an Indian couple who had a traditional arranged marriage, are trying to navigate their cultural differences. They are living with Veeral's mother, who is overly protective of him and has a tight grip on the household. Ragini is trying to adapt to her new role in the family, but she is struggling to find her place and voice.

As the three couples try to navigate their new lives together, they face challenges in communication, compromise, and cultural differences. Meghan and Josh seek the help of marriage counselor, while Maria struggles to cope with Christian's absence and tries to make peace with his strict family values. Ragini and Veeral, on the other hand, make an effort to understand each other's backgrounds and create a space to form their own bond.

In the end, viewers see the couples learning to navigate their new lives together as they work to build a strong foundation for their marriages.