Netflix is set to premiere “Pop the Balloon LIVE,” an adaptation of the viral YouTube dating series “Pop the Balloon or Find Love,” starting April 10, 2025. The show will air live every Thursday at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.
Originally created by Arlette Amuli and Bolia “BM” Matundu, the series gained popularity for its unique dating format. Participants hold red balloons and can pop them to signal disinterest in a potential match. In the Netflix adaptation, comedian and actress Yvonne Orji will take on hosting duties. Amuli and Matundu will serve as executive producers for the show.
The live series promises higher stakes and fresh twists. It also features celebrity appearances, including reality stars like Johnny Bananas, Chase DeMoor, Farrah Abraham, and Zaina Sesay. The format involves an eligible single introducing themselves to a group of potential partners. These partners can opt out by popping their red balloon—a concept that aligns with other Netflix dating experiments such as Love Is Blind and Too Hot to Handle.
Pop the Balloon LIVE is part of Netflix’s initiative to expand its live programming lineup. It offers viewers real-time engagement with content. The show’s creators expressed excitement about its evolution and broader reach through the streaming platform.
For those interested in tuning in, “Pop the Balloon LIVE” will be available to stream live on Netflix starting April 10. Viewers can expect a blend of suspense, surprise, and romance in this reimagined dating experiment.
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With its bold twists, live format, and unforgettable personalities, “Pop the Balloon LIVE” is set to become your newest Netflix obsession. Whether you’re here for the drama, the romance, or just to see who pops out first, this dating experiment promises nonstop entertainment.
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