Despite the AI chat-up lines, Love Island’s 2025 launch is a step in the right direction for ailing franchise

Despite the AI chat-up lines, Love Island’s 2025 launch is a step in the right direction for ailing franchise

A handful of twists and a likeable bunch of new contestants make this a promising opening episode for the ITV reality show

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