MAFS Stars Stella and Filip: Love, Engagement Rumours, and Future Plans
The rollercoaster journey of Married At First Sight (MAFS) has a notoriously low success rate when it comes to long-term partnerships. However, it appears that this year’s season might just deliver another couple destined for the exclusive club of lasting love. Beautician Stella Mickunaite and carpenter Filip Gregov, who have captured the hearts of viewers since the early days of the experiment, are rumoured to be not only strong together but also already engaged in real life.
Filming for the current season wrapped up late last year, leaving ample time for genuine connections to blossom off-screen. Multiple reports suggest that Stella and Filip have taken their relationship to the next level, with whispers of a real-life engagement circulating. One insider has even hinted that Filip might have popped the question while the cameras were still rolling, a tantalising possibility that the couple are understandably keeping under wraps for now.
Stella, 32, has openly shared her joy, confirming to us that she has found her “soulmate.” Filip, 37, echoes this sentiment with equal enthusiasm. “Stella is one of the purest, most authentic people I’ve ever met,” he gushes. “From the moment we met, the physical, mental and spiritual attraction was there, big time.”
When asked if it was love at first sight, Stella laughs, admitting, “You could see big feelings were there from the start.” The couple intentionally carved out precious private time away from the constant scrutiny of the cameras. Early in the experiment, they would wake at 4:30 am to spend a few hours simply chatting in bed and enjoying each other’s company before filming commenced. “It was a special time for us,” Stella recalls, highlighting how this dedicated time helped forge their strong bond.
This early foundation proved invaluable when they faced the explosive drama of the second Dinner Party. Scenes involving Stella, fellow bride Alissa Fay, and the now-departed bride Brook Crompton have been described as some of the most shocking in MAFS history. Stella credits her composure during this challenging situation to Filip’s unwavering support. “I was so calm in that situation because I knew Filip had my back,” she explains. “I knew Brook was going to come for me that night, and beforehand, I asked Filip to let me handle it. It was a very tough thing to go through, but knowing that he was by my side was a huge support.”
For Filip, that particular Dinner Party was undoubtedly one of the most difficult moments of the experiment. However, he was deeply impressed by Stella’s resilience. “I was just so impressed by how Stella handled herself in that situation,” he says. “Her composure made her even more attractive to me!”
Once the on-screen drama subsided, Stella and Filip happily retreated to their blossoming relationship, engaging in serious discussions about their future together. A significant hurdle they addressed early on was the geographical distance between them. Filip hails from Melbourne, while Stella resides in Sydney. Having already made the significant move from Lithuania to Australia nine years ago, Stella was relieved when Filip committed to relocating to Sydney for their relationship.
Looking further ahead, the conversation has also turned to starting a family. The prospect of children is very much on the cards for the couple. Stella shares with a chuckle, “We’ve already run a ChatGPT simulation on what our kids would look like.” While these future plans are still some way off, the pair are profoundly grateful for the experiment that brought them together. “This is how it feels when you’re in the right relationship,” Stella states. “We feel very blessed.”
Key Moments and Future Outlook:
- Early Connection: Stella and Filip prioritised quality time, waking at 4:30 am for private conversations before filming.
- Dinner Party Resilience: Stella’s calm demeanour during a heated dinner party was attributed to Filip’s backing.
- Filip’s Admiration: Filip was particularly impressed by Stella’s composure and strength during the dinner party.
- Geographical Commitment: Filip has agreed to move from Melbourne to Sydney to be with Stella.
- Family Aspirations: The couple have discussed having children and are even playfully exploring the idea with AI.
- Engagement Rumours: Multiple sources suggest Stella and Filip are already engaged in real life.
