Yes, indeed. So forget about the ‘two people meet each other’ typical love story. It’s now a full-on family affair.
How it works is simple yet oh-so-tantalizingly different.
In each 60 minute episode, audiences are introduced to a bachelor/bachelorette who’s looking for love. That singleton is then sent on three dates – to meet the families of three potential partners. The twist in the tale? The bachelor/bachelorette must choose just one potential partner who they think they’ll hit it off with – based solely on what the families say and do. But will they make the right choice?
The three potential partners will be kept out of sight, watching the action unfold onscreen, as the bachelor/bachelorette engages with their respective family. They will also secretly be hoping that their families paint them in the best possible light and make a good first impression. With no communication at all between the bachelor/bachelorette and the potential partners, the scene is set for an unforgettable final date. Expect laughs and drama as Cupid gets a helping hand from brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, moms, dads, nieces, nephews, cousins and of course, grandparents. At the end the day, the question remains: will it love at first hallo or a fast goodbye.
Commenting on the 13-part series, M-Net South Africa CEO Yolisa Phahle says, "Date My Family follows on the outstanding appeal of other Mzansi Magic programming in this genre .We recognise that audiences are tuning in to see original, relatable programming and this series, while definitely fresh, speaks to a context that viewers may well be familiar with – where family dynamics can influence and inform romantic relationships."
Date My Family is produced for Mzansi Magic, channel 161 on DStv by Connect TV every Sunday at 20:00, starting on 24 May 2015.
For more information, visit the Mzansi Magic website.