Love Is Blind: Habibi is officially coming to the screens this fall, bringing in the drama and romance while emphasizing the nuances of Arabic culture and customs. Since this social experiment debuted in 2020, Netflix has been smashing it when it comes to offering a pleasurable show that keeps people hooked on their screens. The series promises all the familiarity of the American version of Love Is Blind but with an incredible yet distinctive cultural twist.

 

Love Is Blind: Habibi season 1 will join the growing number of reality shows that have been getting their Middle Eastern franchises, including The Real Housewives Of Dubai and Dubai Bling, adapted from The Real Housewives and Bling Empire franchises, respectively. Similar to other versions of Love Is Blind, the Middle Eastern edition will start with the singles entering the pods, dating, getting engaged, and later meeting for the first time. Here are more details on how to stream Love Is Blind: Habibi season 1, its debut date, and when new episodes will drop.

How To Watch Love Is Blind Habibi Season 1

Love Is Blind Habibi hosts Elham Ali & Khaled Saqer seated while making a love emoji with their hands
 
   

Love is Blind: Habibi will be available to stream only on Netflix. Filmed in Dubai, a multicultural city that has been a link between modern and traditional components for most reality shows, the audience will see the spin-off tell the story of hopeful singles in MENA (Middle East and North Africa). It is meant to highlight the richest traditions of Arabic weddings while maintaining the signature pods and proposals that will keep everyone glued to the screens.

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Elham Ali and Khaled Saqer, a Saudi Arabian TV couple, will host Love is Blind: Habibi. Elham is known for her roles in some of the biggest Arabic productions, including Cello, Heart Crime, and Bashar Shorts. She is also a well-recognized fashion figure due to her glamorous red carpet looks. Married to Khaled, a Saudi-born actor, the TV stars have what it takes to make the UAE’s spin-off one to remember.

 

When Does Love Is Blind Habibi Season 1 Premiere?

Love Is Blind, Habibi Season 1, a woman standing at a large round window with her back to camera
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Love Is Blind: Habibi will debut on October 10, 2024. In the true version of the Love Is Blind experiment, the show will seek to answer whether love is truly blind. Netflix released the official trailer on September 18, 2024. In it, the series shows glimpses of Arabic weddings and sounds of ululations.

Ululations are a hallmark of many marriages in the Middle East. They signify happy emotions and create a sense of community and sisterhood, especially among women.

 

The experiment will dive deep into the Arabic world, presenting viewers with a glimpse of what happens when traditions and love collide in this modern era. However, the setting will be a little bit different from the U.S., Sweden, UK, Brazil, and Japan versions, thanks to the traditions and cultural settings of the show. Through the wedding ceremonies, the audience will get an insight into the Arabic culture, thus presenting a localized experience different from what the audience has seen in the past.

When Do New Episodes Of Love Is Blind Habibi Season 1 Drop?

Love Is Blind: Habibi will have nine episodes that will most likely be released in batches, similar to other versions of the series. It will be exciting to see which couples make it to the altar and who will find it hard to navigate the real-world challenges. With Dubai’s splendid backdrop and possible surprises along the way, Love Is Blind: Habibi is bound to be a binge-worthy show from start to finish.