Ikechi Calls Emem ‘Da Homie’

A #MAFS groom might be friend zoning his wife (ALREADY) on the honeymoon, and BOSSIP’s got an exclusive look at their uncomfortable conversation.

As previously reported, the season premiered on Tuesday, October 15 at 8/7c on Lifetime and features Chicagoans willing to take a leap of faith and marry a complete stranger at the altar. As always, the couples will then embark on a whirlwind journey that includes a honeymoon and living together as newlyweds, with the ultimate test arriving at the end of the eight-week experiment. At that point, each couple must make the life-changing decision: stay married and build a future together, or get divorced and part ways.

As previously reported this season will prove to be especially scandalous as there’s a reported spouse swap amid some messy cheating claims.

A press release reports that this season promises even more excitement and drama with a “mature cast” and new twists. Among the surprises is an explosive cheating scandal, leading to a couple swap that’s sure to shock viewers and leave everyone wondering what will happen next.

#MAFS Exclusive Clip

An exclusive clip from tonight’s episode shows Ikechi and Emem continuing their honeymoon.

After kicking it with the rest of the grooms, Ikechi tells his bride that he referred to her as “da homie” and Emem’s none too pleased.

“You called me da homie?” she asks with a confused look on her face. “Did you say that out there?”

“I did say that to these people that you’re da homie. I think it’s a good thing that we have a friendship,” says Ikechi trying to smooth things over.

Emem, however, is doubling down.

“The terminology made it appear as if I was a friend to him; no, we’re married! We’re supposed to be married!” she says in a confessional. “So it was shocking.”

Take an exclusive look below.

A new episode of Married At First Sight airs tonight at 8/7c on Lifetime.