Love Is Blind, But Does It Have to Be This Dull?
Written By: Jhaynane Bastien
Love may be blind, but it shouldn’t be boring. The new season of Love Is Blind premiered on Valentine’s Day, and let’s just say—it’s as bland as a bologna sandwich on white bread.
I come from the era of Flavor of Love and For the Love of Ray J, where dating shows had conflict, chaos, and jaw-dropping drama. But this season? It’s about as exciting as watching paint dry. Unlike last season, which was messy in the best way—between Stephen (Olubantunde)'s cheating scandal, Tyler and his secret kids—this one feels like a low-stakes team-building exercise. I’d honestly rather rot my brain on TikTok than watch these singles stumble their way into love.
Problem #1: A Lack of Diversity
It’s giving a conservative casting call. The producers seem to have curated a cast that leans very Minnesota nice—so nice that it verges on unrealistic. Elon Musk must’ve texted the producers a heads-up that Trump’s winning in 2024, and they scrambled to get ahead of the curve.
There’s no real conflict, no cultural variety, and no representation of the actual diversity Minnesota is known for.
According to TikTokers familiar with the state, the casting doesn’t reflect the rich mix of backgrounds, personalities, and experiences that exist there. Instead, we’re left with a group that feels curated for a specific, more traditional audience.
The People Have Spoken: Lack of Diversity in This Season of Love Is Blind Sparks Conversation
With over 210K likes, I’m clearly not the only one noticing the lack of diversity on this season of Love Is Blind. 👀
Source: TikTok | Creator: @BaddieNation420
Problem #2: Zero Conflict (And That’s a Problem)
Whether we admit it or not, conflict drives storytelling—that’s Screenwriting 101. Without it, a show just exists instead of engaging its audience.
This season’s biggest "drama"? A love triangle between David, Molly, and Lauren. That’s it.
Molly is a free-spirited woman who has never been in a committed relationship. David—a self-proclaimed former underachiever, cheater, and man who lacked integrity—is somehow excited by this. (A match made in heaven, right?)
With stakes this low, the tension is nonexistent. It makes for a painfully slow watch.
Problem #3: The Cast’s Values Are... Concerning
Let’s be honest with ourselves—Love Is Blind isn't casting for emotionally healed and self-aware individuals. They’re casting for entertainment. And you can tell by what excites these contestants about their potential partners.
For example, many of the women on the show, like Meg, practically swooned when the men expressed their desire for a family. Now, I get it—family is important. But if that’s all it takes to be marriage material, then we need to have a serious conversation about raising the bar… because right now? It’s in hell.
Final Thoughts: A Snoozefest in the Pods
Netflix dropped the first eight episodes, but honestly? I couldn’t even make it past episode two. It was laborious. I’ll probably keep watching, but only out of curiosity (and maybe a little self-inflicted suffering... does that make me a masochist?).
At this rate, Love Is Blind might not just be blind—it might be completely lost.
Final Verdict: This may be the worst season yet. 1 out of 5 stars
What do you think?
Are you enjoying this season, or are you also struggling to stay entertained? Let’s discuss in the comments!
