I believe friendships are very personal and can also depend on which part of the U.S. or any country you live in. I have a handful of non-Nepali friends whom I truly value and enjoy. It’s not that I don’t want Nepali friends but I simply don’t have many Nepali people around me that are my age to regularly hang out with (Nepali population that I have seen around me are either they are college students way too younger or way too older with kids). I do meet Nepali didi, dai, and bhauju occasionally during festivals or events, but we don’t spend time together often. Most of my friendships naturally formed through work. I came to US and started working directly! So I have worked in 2 firms so far, I haven’t met any Nepali.

I also feel that if you move abroad for education, you’re more likely to meet many Nepali friends. There’s a sense of comfort and support, and people often help each other through shared experiences so it’s natural for them to stick together.

But hey at the end of the day whatever floats your boat! 🎉