Beginning April 10, Netflix is to stream a reimagined version of viral dating series Pop the Balloon, which has racked up millions of views on YouTube. The SVOD platform said: “Pop the Balloon LIVE is the same show fans know and love, but with even higher stakes, fresh twists, and celebrity surprises, all unfolding in real time.”
Pop The Balloon is a speed dating–style online show created by Bolia Matundu (BM) and Arlette Amuli, who are also serving as executive producers of the new Netflix iteration of the YouTube series. In the show, participants line up, and others “pop the balloon” of those they’re not interested in, eliminating them from the dating pool.
As connections form and tensions rise, one thing is certain: when the balloon pops, so does the contestant’s shot at love on the show. The live version will bring eliminations, unpredictable dilemmas, and unfiltered romance straight to viewers.
In the Netflix version, reality stars will feature alongside everyday contestants. These will include Johnny Bananas (The Challenge), Chase DeMoor (Too Hot To Handle), Farrah Abraham (Teen Mom), and Zaina Sesay (The Ultimatum: Marry Or Move On).
“We couldn’t be more excited to expand and reimagine Pop the Balloon on Netflix,” executive producer Matt Sharp said. “This new iteration builds on the original’s core concept while pushing the boundaries of connection, chemistry, and unpredictability.”
“We’re thrilled to see Pop the Balloon take on a new life on Netflix,” said Matundu and Amuli in an interview with Netflix media outlet Tudum. “From day one, we’ve kept love and fun at the heart of the show, and watching it evolve and soar beyond our wildest dreams has been truly exciting. As executive producers, we’re proud to support this next chapter and can’t wait for both new and longtime fans to experience it.”
