The reality television program “Married at First Sight” is experiencing significant international criticism following allegations of inadequate participant vetting and insufficient support for mental health. Concerns center on the show’s format, which involves couples meeting for the first time at their wedding ceremony, and the potential for emotional distress. Former participants have come forward detailing experiences of manipulation, gaslighting, and a lack of aftercare, leading to lasting psychological harm. Social media campaigns and petitions are calling for increased regulation and improved safeguarding measures for reality TV contestants. Production companies are facing scrutiny regarding their duty of care towards individuals appearing on these programs. The controversy has sparked a broader conversation about the ethics of reality television and the potential for exploitation in the pursuit of ratings. Several countries are now re-evaluating the show’s broadcast and production standards.