Married At First Sight UK set for ‘sexed-up’ return to rival Love Island

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Married At First Sight couples on their wedding day

by Red Edwards |
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We've all been totally obsessed with Married At First Sight Australia; it's one of the only things getting us through this third lockdown.

The drama, the scandals, and all the iconic moments have given us great escapism from lockdown life.

Now, lucky for us brits, Married At First Sight UK is returning to our TV screens very soon and by the sounds of things it's going to be very similar to Love Island.

This sixth season of Married At First Sight UK, will borrow from the Australian versions format and will undergo a complete makeover for 2021: featuring a "bigger, more explosive take on the format."

If there's one thing we know - it's that the Australian version of MAFS is a lot more drama-filled, fierce and shockingly fab to watch, whereas the UK version was a lot more tame.

The new UK series will of course witness the couples as they meet for the very first time at the altar and will follow them on their entire journey together until they finally decide whether or not they will stay together.

However, as an attempt to attract younger audiences, the producers have 'sexed-up' the show, making it way more eruptive and dramatic.

Ooo, we're SO excited!

CHECK OUT: What Happened To The Couples From Married At First Sight Australia Season Six?

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What Happened To The Couples From Married At First Sight Australia Season Six?

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Sam Ball and Elizabeth Sobinoff

Sam and Elizabeth might not have lasted, as Sam seemed far more interested in Ines. But Lizzie was the true winner - she was so popular with viewers she appeared on the next series of the show, finding love with Seb Guilhaus. But, sadly, they split earlier this month after a year together.

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Cyrell Jimenez and Nic Jovanovic

'Cyclone Cyrell' and Nic's tumultuous relationship was, sadly, not to last. But prepare for another reality TV crossover, as Cyrell now has a baby with Love Island runner-up Eden Dally, and Nic has just been praised for posting a sweet tribute to his ex.

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Lauren Huntriss and Matthew Bennett

One of the biggest storylines this season was about Matthew and his virginity, as he was repeatedly labelled as 'virgin'/'ex-virgin' Matt by the narrator. Anyway, Matthew was matched with Lauren - who, yes, he lost his virginity to - but it all went horribly wrong when Lauren heard Matthew telling the other guys at dinner that he wasn't sexually attracted to Lauren. AWKWARD. Lauren is still a make-up artist, we don't know if she's dating anyone. But on the other hand, self-confessed fitness enthusiast Matthew is loved up with a new girlfriend - who he met at a wrestling tryout.

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Mike Gunner and Heidi Latcham

Mike and Heidi's relationship was one which could have gone either way, but after the show, the pair split - announcing the sad news at the post-finale reunion special. 'Right after the final vows, Heidi and I went back to the Gold Coast together but it didn't take long and the wheels started coming off,' Mike explained. Heidi has said she hasn't spoken to her former husband since. From the looks of their Instagram pages, they still look single.

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Cam Merchant and Jules Robinson

Oh, Cameron and Jules. From the minute Jules and Cam had their first wedding dance without any music, we had an inkling they were in it for the long haul. And we were right! The pair now have a baby together, who was born in October last year, and tied the knot properly after the show. So, yes - sometimes this wild experiment does work.

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Melissa Lucarelli and Dino Hira

Probably the worst matched couple on the series, it isn't shock the pair called it quits on the show after Dino allegedly recorded a conversation Melissa was having with her sister about the wedding day. It appears both are still single.

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Martha Kalifatidis and Michael Brunelli

Martha and Michael were an extremely drama free pair (in comparison to everyone else) so it's no shock that they have actually managed to stay together. Yay!

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Ning Surasiang and Mark Scrivens

Eek. Another very up and down pair, Ning and Mark's relationship dissolved during the final commitment ceremony - with Mark dumping Ning, much to her shock. Following the show, Mark moved on with another former reality star, Bianca Chatfield – who appeared on home renovation show The Block. Ning also has a new partner, and has become a grandmother aged 35: her daughter has just given birth!

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Susie Bradley and Billy Vincent

Susie and Billy were one of the couples who married later in the experiment. From the get go, Susie kept on calling Billy awkward - even calling him a deeb at one point on their honeymoon. They split before the final commitment ceremony. Susie is now dating former rugby pro Todd Carney and they have a baby on the way. However, Billy appears to be single.

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Ines Basic and Bronson Norrish

We knew this relationship wasn't going to last from the moment Ines asked Bronson to take out his eyebrow ring. Ines went on to have an affair with Sam, which Sam has since claimed was faked by producers, and it all came out during an explosive commitment ceremony. Bronson is now a lot happier with girlfriend Hayley Wallis. And from her Instagram, Ines looks to be single at the moment.

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Jessika Power and Mick Gould

Major cracks started to show in Mick and Jessika's relationship, then Jessika went after one of the newly weds, Dan. Not a shock that Jessica and Mick didn't survive then…(Neither did her affair with Dan, btw.)

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Dan Webb and Tamara Joy

After these two fell apart thanks to Jessika and Dan's affair, Tamara was linked to Jessika's ex, Mick. The drama never stops.

The show has moved from Channel 4 to E4, and E4 have released a statement explaining the change.

"Following the Australian format, rather than legal marriages, the couples will make a lifelong commitment to one another at a glamorous ceremony, overseen by a wedding celebrant, that includes guests, bridal gowns, dancing, speeches and cake.

"After the ceremony and celebrations are over, true love is well and truly put to the test, as they embark on a luxurious honeymoon, before moving in with each other AND their fellow couples."

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So it's clear that the couples will be under very close inspection by fellow bride and groom, as well as by the experts - through weekly dinner parties and ceremonies.

Hmm. The couples will truly be put to the test.

We're getting Love Island vibes from the new series, tbh.

A source even told The Sun that the producers are on the hunt for, "interesting characters to ensure the British reincarnation is as explosive as the one Down Under."

If this is you, you might wanna apply asap.

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