risky

I think in a lot of societies, marriage based on romantic love would not be greatly appreciated by their extended family. In many cultures (outside the U.S.) marriage is not based on love at all, but instead, based on what would be best for the tribe depending on what the spouse can offer to the family and community. Many times, the elders make the decision of who their child will marry because the child would not be old enough or wise enough to be sure the spouse will be able to support and help their community. A marriage based on romantic love in these cultures could result in great disaster for the married couple, and even possible loss of their family, and their community if the couple can not provide any benefit for their tribe. Usually in these cultures however, it is understood as a child what is culturally accepted and the child is taught how that particular culture works. So yes, I think it would be risky if a couple got married based on romantic love in these countries.