Love is Blind Habibi episode 8 recap: Couples talk about the future as wedding preparations begin

Love is Blind Habibi is one of the recently released spin-off shows in the Netflix reality TV universe. Following an identical format being part of the Love is Blind franchise, contestants from the United Arab Emirates participate in this social experiment to find their potential partner.

Each episode of this show showcased how every couple progressed in their relationship from their time in the pods to facing real-world problems together. It sheds light upon their emotional connection and ability to resolve issues.

From episodes 1 to 7, viewers were introduced to new faces who developed a bond with their partners in the pods. By episode 8, the couples had started preparations for the wedding day.

In episode 8, the brides selected their wedding dresses while the grooms bonded with their close friends and family. Throughout the episode, couples who were ready to declare their decision at the altar had conversations with one another to discuss their future.

They talked about starting a family, building a strong relationship foundation, and respecting each other's boundaries. Love is Blind: Habibi episode 8 titled Almost There was released exclusively on Netflix. The episode synopsis reads:

"The big day is fast approaching. The women become emotional selecting the perfect fairytale dress, while the men bond over pre-wedding traditions."

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What happened on Love is Blind Habibi episode 8?

One of the main highlights of Love is Blind Habibi episode 8 was Dounia and Chafic's dinner table conversation. Dounia got emotional when Chafic confessed she was a blessing sent by God in his life. During her confessional interview, a teary-eyed Dounia shared she was fully trusting Chafic and hoped he wouldn't break her heart in the future. She said:

"At this moment, I'm feeling so positive, positive, positive. I mean we are closer and stronger and Chafic and I together, we form a big heart."

The two love birds discussed the importance of family and mutual respect for each other and their parents. Dounia shared that she promised she would show loyalty, respect, and love in their relationship which builds the foundation of a marriage. The Love is Blind Habibi contestant told Chafic:

"All the negative moments that we went through brought us closer. The most important parts in this relationship are right now. These moments, the beginning, we're building it right now. This is the foundation that will stay with us years later."

Later in the episode, Dounia confessed that she was "battling her feelings" to trust Chafic as she was unsure if he would betray her at the wedding altar and back out at the last moment. The Love is Blind Habibi cast member told the cameras during her confessional interview that she wouldn't see Chafic again if he broke her trust. Dounia said:

"I'm battling my feelings. I'm battling myself and trying as much as I can to trust Chafic and his feelings towards me. If he betrays me, my trust, he'll never see my face again. I'm like the wind, like that, I blow in, hits hard and move on."

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Meanwhile, Mohammad took Safa on a date on a yacht and the couple talked about their future and having genuine feelings towards each other. Khatab also invited Asma for a dinner date to confess his feelings, and they further talked about the situation with Asma's parents.

Later on in Love is Blind Habibi episode 8, the brides were invited to a henna party in the desert and the grooms had their own bachelor party. The episode concluded with Khatab and Asma standing at the altar. However, her parents were seemingly not present there.

To see whether the two ended up together, stream Love is Blind Habibi exclusively on Netflix. Viewers can also binge-watch other spinoffs of the Love is Blind franchise until the reunion episode airs. Fans can follow the cast members on their official Instagram account.