# Chinese women choose AI boyfriends for unconditional acceptance over real men

A growing number of women in China are forming romantic relationships with AI chatbots, saying these virtual partners offer unconditional praise and emotional support that human men often do not. The trend highlights how digital companions are reshaping expectations of intimacy, especially as many women face social pressure and disappointment in traditional dating. It signals a broader shift in how technology is being used to meet emotional needs.

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/aug/12/ai-boyfriend-dating-chinese-women-replica-miff-documentary) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:02 GMT