Ivan Gunawan Bluntly Refuses to Marry Just for Content, Admits to Being Very Selective

Kapanlagi.com - Famous designer and presenter Ivan Gunawan speaks out again about his status as a single man at the age of 43. The man affectionately known as Igun emphasizes that marriage for him is a pursuit of happiness, not a platform to achieve recognition on social media.

When met in the area of Jalan Percetakan Negara, Central Jakarta, on Saturday (12/7/2025), Igun shared his deep views on a commitment. For him, finding a life partner is not something to be taken lightly.

1. Very Selective

2. Big Challenge

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His selective nature is acknowledged to be a big challenge. Even a small mistake from a partner can make him keep his distance for a long time.

"I can just not talk to him for weeks if he does something that doesn't align with me. So I am really very picky," he continued.

3. Learning Process

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Now, the designer born in Jakarta admits he is in the process of learning to lower his ego and accept other people's shortcomings. He realizes that if not, a relationship is vulnerable to conflicts.

"If I live a life and the people around me can't be in sync with me, I get annoyed right away," Igun emphasized.

4. Doesn't Want to Rush

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For that reason, he doesn't want to rush into marriage just to become newsworthy. For Ivan Gunawan, the essence of marriage is finding a true life partner for eternity.

5. Not an Achievement

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"And to reiterate, I am not getting married as a form of achievement in front of the media or on social media, 'oh Igun is getting married', no. Because for me, marriage is about seeking happiness, right? If it's just to get married, just for the news, then it seems like that could be done easily," he concluded.

6. Haircut

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What is the reason Ivan Gunawan cut all his hair?

Ivan Gunawan cut all his hair after performing the pilgrimage. This has become a topic of interest, and many are curious about the reason behind his appearance change.

Why is Ivan Gunawan tired of social media?

Ivan Gunawan feels tired of the excessive social media exposure. He chooses to limit interactions and focus on more important things in his life.

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