Minnie Dlamini to host Netflix’s new Love Never Lies: SA, where truth, tears and a R1m prize await
3 min readNetflix’s latest reality show, Love Never Lies: SA, is set to push the limits of love, trust, and honesty in relationships. Premiering soon, the local version of the popular Spanish reality series promises an intense, high-stakes challenge for six couples as they navigate their emotions, face hard truths, and confront temptations—all in pursuit of a R1 million cash prize.
In an exciting announcement, Netflix revealed that South African TV personality Minnie Dlamini would be hosting the show, with a teaser trailer that gave viewers a tantalizing preview of the drama to come. The 50-second clip introduces the premise of the series, where each couple’s loyalty and commitment are put to the ultimate test.
The format of the show is simple but explosive. The six couples face an eye-scanning lie detector designed to expose the truth behind their relationships, testing their honesty in ways that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats. But that’s not all. The couples must also contend with the seductive temptation of attractive singles who are introduced to the group, further challenging the bonds they share.
As the lie detector probes for hidden secrets, the emotional stakes are raised. The couples must grapple with uncomfortable truths, deep insecurities, and unspoken doubts, all while trying to keep their love intact. Throughout the show, secrets unravel, lies are exposed, and the pressure mounts as trust begins to erode. But only one couple will walk away victorious, and the prize for the most truthful pair is a substantial cash reward of up to R1 million.
In the teaser trailer, Dlamini is seen posing provocative and often uncomfortable questions to the couples, including, “Did you cheat before the show?”, “Do you still have feelings for your ex?”, and “Have you had sex with her best friend?” The teaser includes dramatic moments of contestants reacting to these questions, with emotions running high. There are tears, shocked gasps, and even one contestant confessing, “I fucked up.” The trailer also features scenes of flirtation, including one where someone is seen twerking on another, signaling that the show will be as steamy as it is suspenseful.
Netflix teased the show further, encouraging viewers who love a bit of chaos and drama to tune in: “If you love a good mess, then this one is for you.” The show promises to bring plenty of tension, tears, and jaw-dropping moments that will keep audiences hooked from the very first episode.
Love Never Lies: SA is designed to be both entertaining and emotionally charged, testing the limits of relationships in a way that’s never been seen before on South African screens. As the couples face off against each other, their vulnerabilities will be exposed, and the lie detector will show no mercy. This unique twist on the traditional relationship competition show is sure to spark conversations about trust, betrayal, and the complexities of love.
Dlamini, known for her charismatic hosting style and role in South African entertainment, will guide the contestants through these turbulent waters. Her ability to ask tough questions and create moments of tension promises to make her an ideal host for this dramatic series.
For Netflix subscribers, Love Never Lies: SA offers a chance to see what happens when the pressure of love, temptation, and truth collide. With six couples competing for the grand prize, viewers will be taken on a rollercoaster ride of emotions as they watch the drama unfold. Whether it’s confronting past infidelities or navigating the temptations that arise, the couples will need to decide if their love is strong enough to withstand the ultimate test.
The teaser has already garnered attention, and fans are eager to see how the contestants handle the pressure of being under constant scrutiny. Will love truly conquer all, or will the temptation of betrayal prove too much to overcome?
Love Never Lies: SA promises to deliver all the drama, suspense, and raw emotion that reality TV fans crave, with a high-stakes twist that could see one couple walking away with a life-changing sum of money. Set your calendars—this one is not to be missed.
WATCH THE TEASER HERE: