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The first season of Love is Blind Germany premiered on Netflix on January 3, 2025. It is one of the many iterations of the popular Netflix dating experiment show that began airing in 2020. Like the previous versions, Love is Blind Germany also follows singles as they connect and fall in love with each other through conversations sight unseen.
Cast members need to form a strong bond and decide to get married to their partner before they get to see each other. Following a declaration of love and a proposal, they meet, go on a vacation, and live together, before ultimately deciding whether they want to get married or not.
Tolga is a 34-year-old contestant on Love is Blind Germany who formed a connection with Shila Hemati and proposed to her. While they did have a bond, Tolga, who hails from Kehl, Germany, expressed doubts about their future together. These doubts led to an uncertain relationship trajectory.
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Throughout the season there were six engagements, though not all of these relationships led to marriage.
Everything to know about Tolga from Love Is Blind Germany
Love Is Blind Germany is the latest addition to Netflix's globally popular reality dating series. In this unique dating experiment, single men and women participate in blind dates conducted in “pods,” where they cannot see one another. The show’s premise revolves around the question if love can truly be blind.
Tolga is among the contestants who took the leap of faith to find love on the show. The 34-year-old formed a strong connection with Shila Hemati during their time in the pods on Love is Blind: Germany. They appreciated each other’s confidence and enjoyed deep conversations.
Shila, who had been single for a decade before joining the show, was open about her past experiences. Shila also told Tolga that she was determined not to compromise her beliefs again after a challenging relationship.
However, while Shila felt certain about her growing relationship with Tolga, he struggled with doubts. Tolga found Shila to be a good match, but he also felt a connection with another contestant, Hannah. This made Shila feel uneasy about their future. Despite proposing to Shila, Tolga’s feelings remained uncertain.
While Shila looked forward to their future together, Tolga expressed feeling suffocated. He even questioned what his other connection, Hannah looked like, signaling that his emotions were still conflicted.
Tolga’s Instagram presence and social media highlights
Tolga is active on Instagram under the username @jisesofficial with over 13,000 followers. It states that he is based in Germany, identifies as a Gemini, and invites followers to watch him on Netflix’s Love is Blind Germany. Through his posts, Tolga has provided glimpses of his life and his reasons for joining the show.
In an Instagram post shared on January 4, 2025, Tolga uploaded the official poster for Love is Blind Germany. In the caption, he emphasized his intention to express himself and find love through the show.
He addressed the negativity he faced online, stating that he participated in the show because he "believed it was an opportunity" to express himself and find love.
“No one has the right to confront me or other contestants with hate or threats...I will not let this negativity overwhelm me," he wrote.
In anticipation of the show’s release, Tolga posted another photo of himself on set on December 23, 2024. His caption highlighted the risks involved in searching for love.
"Sometimes you have to take risks to find true love. 💍👀 From 03.01. you can@netflixdesee how I did just that. Love Is Blind – it's going to be exciting!" he wrote
In a more personal post on September 15, 2023, Tolga shared a photo with his nephew, sharing a glimpse into his family life and showcasing his close bond with loved ones.
"Always my little buddy, forever my nephew," he wrote.
To see how Tolga's journey unfolds fans can watch all episodes of Love is Blind Germany, only on Netflix. The season is currently available, with more dramatic moments and relationship twists ahead.
