MAFS Australia: Phones Ruin Reality Romance

The latest season of Married at First Sight Australia is embroiled in controversy as contestants retain their personal mobile phones, a departure from previous seasons where devices were confiscated. This change has reportedly led to increased drama and interference from the outside world.

Previously, participants relied on production-issued phones, fostering isolation and deeper connections within the experiment. However, the current season sees stars in regular contact with their families, influencing on-screen dynamics. For instance, Bec Zacharia faced accusations of seeking negative information about fellow bride Alissa Fay from mutual friends.

Further complicating relationships, Juliette Chae's perception of Joel Moses was altered by friends sending her a social media video. This external information contributed to her confrontational behavior towards Joel during a recent dinner party, leaving the show's experts stunned.

Show bosses are urged to remove mobile devices, arguing that their presence undermines the experiment's purpose. Restoring the previous policy of phone confiscation is seen as crucial for fostering genuine connections and ensuring the long-term success of the marriages featured in the series.