Re: "I got married because..
As Paheli mentioned, isn’t it better that they were honest? Also, if the girls who heard this comment from the guys were uncompromisingly averse to the idea…how many of them do you think told the guys how they truly felt about it? And if those guys would be living with their parents, it’s understandable for them to be concerned. And the quoted comment can mean different things to different people…it could even mean something as simple as being courteous, providing company, etc.
In homes that have maids, does that not significantly reduce the household chores as I’ve seen with my cousins (marrried and otherwise) that are well-to-do and have that luxury. But even if there are no servants and even if you don’t have to live with in-laws…you’d still have to do the cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc. So let’s say the guys never make the comment of taking care of his parents, even THEN you can’t assume that you will never have to do the tasks which you feel are those to be done by a maid. The responsibilities will still be there regardless of whether the “khayal rakhna” comment is made or not. Rishtay are always connected, they’re not isolated. For example, as much as your parents love you and can lay down their life for you…they will not be pleased with you disrespecting your khalas/mamus/tayas/chachas/phoopis even though u have a greater obligation toward the parents than the other relations. Your ill behavior with them can put a strain on the relationship with your parents. Being considerate of the various rishtay is more helpful in maintaining peace than doing otherwise. The latter can even have domino-falling effect.