The Bachelor (2011)

Ukraine's beloved dating reality series on STB, following eligible bachelors as they search for love across 14 captivating seasons.

The Bachelor - Series Information

  • Original Title: Холостяк
  • First Air Year: 2011
  • Last Air Year: 2025
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Reality
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (180 minutes)
  • Number of Seasons: 14
  • Number of Episodes: 165
  • Status: Returning Series
  • Original Language: Ukrainian
  • Spoken Languages: Russian, Ukrainian
  • Networks: STB
  • Alternative Titles: Kholostiak (UA)
  • Production Companies: STB
  • Production Countries: Ukraine

The Bachelor - Plot

Ukrainian dating reality show, an adaptation of the American eponymous project.

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The Bachelor - Cast & Crew

Main Cast

  • Григорій Решетнік
  • Maksim Chmerkovskiy
  • Irakli Makatsaria
  • Іван Городецький
  • Elena Golovan
  • Rozhden Anusi
  • Нікіта Добринін
  • Даша Квіткова
  • Сергій Мельник
  • Taras Tsymbaliuk

The Bachelor - FAQs

What is the Ukrainian Bachelor show about?

The Ukrainian Bachelor (Холостяк) is a romantic reality series airing on STB where a single eligible man meets a group of women competing for his heart. Over multiple episodes, he goes on dates and eliminates contestants until choosing a potential partner. It follows the format of the original American Bachelor franchise.

How many seasons does The Bachelor Ukraine have?

The Ukrainian Bachelor has aired 14 seasons since its debut in 2011, accumulating 165 episodes in total. Each season typically runs 9 to 13 episodes, with a new bachelor introduced every season. The show is currently a returning series and remains one of STB's flagship reality programs.

Who has been a bachelor on the Ukrainian show?

The Ukrainian Bachelor has featured a rotating lineup of bachelors across its seasons, including Maksim Chmerkovskiy, Irakli Makatsaria, Rozhden Anusi, Нікіта Добринін, Сергій Мельник, Taras Tsymbaliuk, and Oleksandr Teren, among others. Григорій Решетнік and Іван Городецький have served as hosts of the show.

Is The Bachelor Ukraine still airing new seasons?

The show is currently listed as a returning series and remains in production. With 14 seasons completed through 2025 and a consistent track record since 2011, it continues to be one of the most enduring reality formats on Ukrainian television, broadcasting on the STB network.

Is The Bachelor Ukraine based on a true story?

Not a true story in the traditional sense — it's an official Ukrainian adaptation of the long-running American reality franchise The Bachelor, produced by STB. While the romantic journeys of each bachelor and the contestants are real and unscripted in format, the show follows a structured competition template borrowed from the original American series.

What network airs The Bachelor in Ukraine?

The Bachelor Ukraine airs exclusively on STB, one of Ukraine's major commercial television networks. STB also serves as the production company behind the series. The show has been a consistent part of STB's programming lineup since its premiere in 2011, making it one of the channel's longest-running reality formats.

What language is The Bachelor Ukraine in?

The show is produced in Ukraine and features both Ukrainian and Russian as spoken languages, reflecting the bilingual nature of Ukrainian broadcasting during much of its run. The original language of the series is Ukrainian, in line with STB's production standards and the show's national identity.

What shows are similar to The Bachelor Ukraine?

Fans of The Bachelor Ukraine may enjoy Love Is Blind, Single's Inferno, Perfect Match, Love Island France, or First Dates — all of which explore romantic connections in competitive or social settings. For something closer to home, Невеста. Экстра любовь and Shining Solo offer similar Eastern European dating reality vibes.

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