Instead of the mertua simply teaching the menantu how to cook traditional recipes, they are now exploring new cafes, trying out international cuisines, or even taking "Masterchef" style cooking classes together.

Entertainment is the ultimate "icebreaker." In a world of streaming services and social media, the ways these two generations entertain themselves have converged.

Gone are the days when the relationship was defined solely by domestic duties or rigid hierarchies. In the contemporary era, families are finding that bridging the generational gap leads to a richer, more vibrant home life.

Multi-generational travel is booming. Planning a weekend getaway involves balancing the mertua's need for comfort with the menantu's desire for Instagrammable spots and adventure.

How are modern menantu and mertua spending their time? It’s no longer just about holiday dinners.