In early 2025, Love is Blind Sweden season 2 introduced marketing executive Jakob Grünberg, aged 34, and dance company owner Karolina Finskas, 38, who originally connected during the pod stage of the show. Their relationship began with Jakob forming bonds with both Karolina and Emmelie, but ultimately he chose to propose to Karolina without having seen her face-to-face.
The couple navigated several hurdles on their path to marriage: Karolina’s reservations regarding physical attraction, trust complications stemming from Jakob’s interactions with Emmelie, and differing speeds at which they expressed emotional intimacy. Following their honeymoon in beautiful Crete, Greece, they relocated to Stockholm to continue their journey together amid the show’s social experiment.
The Journey of Love: Jakob and Karolina’s Union
Navigating Trust Issues Amidst the Pod Experience
While engaging in the pod experience, Jakob found himself establishing strong connections with both women, diving deep into meaningful conversations about his past and future aspirations. Tension arose when he spent over an hour alone with Emmelie at a group gathering, leaving Karolina feeling somewhat sidelined.
Jakob later clarified that this conversation was aimed at addressing past miscommunications with Emmelie, reiterating his commitment to Karolina and their budding relationship.
Addressing Physical Attraction and Building Comfort
In her early reflections, Karolina admitted that Jakob was not her typical type. She acknowledged that their paths may not have crossed in conventional settings, but she soon recognized his many admirable traits. Together, they prioritized open communication, openly discussing how to cultivate comfort and address any concerns about their evolving relationship.
Wedding Vows and Ceremonial Moments
During the season 2 finale of Love is Blind Sweden, Jakob and Karolina exchanged their vows in an emotional ceremony where Jakob expressed profound confidence in his decision to marry. Karolina affirmed his position as her number one choice from their initial meeting in the pods.
The ceremony was poignant, with Jakob visibly moved as Karolina made her entrance with her father. In their vows, Karolina reflected on how Jakob had managed to ease her emotional defenses, while Jakob conveyed his unwavering commitment to their shared future. Following their ring exchange, they celebrated their union with family and friends, even lightening the mood when Karolina humorously mentioned needing a lactose-free wedding cake.
Balancing Professional Ambitions and Relationship Growth
Karolina has successfully transitioned from retail management to the digital marketing sphere, now running Danca Global, her dance company in Stockholm. Here, she teaches and showcases her Samba dancing skills, most recently featured at the Vibra Samba Stockholm festival. She remains dedicated to her students, engaging with them through regular classes and performances.
Meanwhile, Jakob thrives as the CEO of a flourishing marketing agency, blending his leadership role with modeling opportunities. His personal journey is marked by resilience, having overcome numerous challenges in his youth, and achieving over half a decade of sobriety while crafting his marketing career.
The couple keeps their followers updated on their lives through social media channels, with Karolina on Instagram as @miss.samba and Jakob as @ootdjakob. Fans interested in their journey can catch all the drama and emotion in Love is Blind Sweden season 2, currently streaming on Netflix.