TLC’s newest reality show Forbidden Love is off to a crazy start! Forbidden Love features four couples with extreme differences in religion and culture. Each of the couples is facing a unique challenge that is putting their relationship to the test. While some of these couples have a good shot at making things work, other relationships are in jeopardy. Here is our official ranking of the Forbidden Love couples from the most solid to WTF!
Lindsey and Elmer – The Most Solid on Forbidden Love
Lindsey and Elmer are by far the most solid couple on Forbidden Love so far. Elmer left his Amish community to pursue a relationship with Lindsey, after falling for her during a work project. As a result, Elmer’s family shunned him and are not in contact with him anymore. Lindsey and Elmer are now expecting a baby, but Elmer is still struggling to adjust to the non-Amish world.
Despite some concerns from Lindsey about Elmer’s adjusting to the English world, the couple still stands strong. Lindsey has been patient with Elmer, amid his addiction to porn and excessive technology use. Furthermore, Lindsey is making efforts to bring Elmer’s family back into his life, so that they can meet their grandchild. Lindsey and Elmer have some issues, but they are on the right track to overcome them all.
Ashley and Mohammed – Somewhat Solid on Forbidden Love
Ashley and Mohammed already have an interesting storyline this season. The couple first met on a dating app and got married not long after. Ashley is Catholic, while Mohammed is Muslim. Mohammed has had a difficult time winning the approval of Ashley’s family and feels like they don’t respect his Islamic religion. Mohammed is facing a particularly hard situation with Ashley’s sister, who allegedly called him a terrorist.
While Ashley and Mohammed are struggling to overcome certain differences, their relationship has a good shot at being successful. Mohammed wants Ashley to convert to Islam, which she is open to. Ashley’s family has concerns about Mohammed having control over her, although Ashley has assured them that isn’t the case. They were also wondering why he didn’t find a Muslim girl from his culture instead of choosing her. However, Ashley and Mohammed’s love seems genuine, and the two really care for one another.
Laurie and Eli – Not So Solid
Laurie and Eli seem like a wonderful couple this season, but their relationship is complex. They met at an AA meeting and instantly fell for each other, Laurie is a Catholic, while Eli is an Orthodox Jew. To make their relationship work, Eli told Laurie that she would have to convert to Orthodox Judaism. While Laurie is doing her best with the conversion process, she is having some challenges with it.
At a dinner with Eli’s family, Laurie’s mom called to say she was sad that she wasn’t coming home for Christmas. Eli’s mother was frustrated by this and felt that it meant Laurie wasn’t taking the conversion process seriously. After the dinner, Laurie felt worried as she felt like Eli’s parents didn’t understand how much work she had been putting into converting. Eli and Laurie’s relationship is on a rocky road, as Laurie will have to sacrifice a lot to make it work.
Kris and Lensa – WTF
Kris and Lensa are by far the most complicated couple this season. Kris is the son of a Pentecostal preacher, whereas Lensa is a dedicated Muslim. Lensa was previously in two arranged marriages, and her relationship with Kris marks the first time she is with a man of her choice. Kris, on the other hand, comes from an extremely religious family, and his father is determined to make Lensa accept Christianity. This isn’t ideal for Lensa, as she is hoping that Kris will convert to Islam instead.
When Kris asked his parents if marriage could work with two different religions, his mother emphasized that “a house divided will not stand”. Kris and Lensa are the only couple this season who are both very dedicated to their respective religions, which makes their situation difficult. It would be surprising if their relationship worked out, as there are already so many obstacles coming between them.
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