Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, the Love Island 2022 champion, is no stranger to the spotlight, but her latest stint on Netflix’s explosive reality show Inside has set tongues wagging and tempers flaring. Known for its high-stakes drama and intense challenges, Inside throws celebrities into a pressure cooker where they live together, compete for prize money, and, apparently, stir up some serious beef. Unlike its tamer predecessor Celebrity Big Brother, Inside cranks the chaos up to eleven, with arguments that could make even the most seasoned reality TV fan blush.
Ekin-Su, who’s navigated the choppy waters of Love Island and Celebrity Big Brother, found herself at the center of the storm on Inside. The show, which has previously hosted stars like Love Island 2021 finalist Chloe Burrows and Made in Chelsea’s Liv Bentley, is no stranger to big personalities. But Ekin-Su’s experience seems to have taken the drama to new heights, with bust-ups that make past seasons look like a friendly tea party.
Taking to social media to spill the tea, Ekin-Su didn’t hold back when addressing her Inside co-stars and their shady tactics. When a fan asked, “How does it feel when contestants try to use the hate you got on shows to come for u?”, Ekin-Su fired back with a response that was equal parts fiery and heartfelt. “People in general. It’s so weak and lame,” she declared, not mincing words about those who weaponize her past controversies.
The reality star, who’s faced her fair share of misconceptions—particularly about her Love Island days—went on to say, “I really appreciate people who take the time to get to know me for themselves, without relying on others’ opinions or how I may have come across on a show. And I’m especially grateful for those who continue to support me, even when it’s not the ‘popular’ thing to do.” Her words are a bold reminder that she’s not here for the haters, and she’s got a loyal fanbase cheering her on.
Ekin-Su’s reality TV journey has been a rollercoaster. After winning Love Island in 2022 alongside Davide Sanclimenti, their fiery romance kept fans glued to their screens. But the relationship fizzled out, culminating in an official split in September 2024. Undeterred, Ekin-Su returned to the Love Island villa for All Stars in 2025, making it to the final with Curtis Pritchard—only for that romance to crash and burn a few months later. When asked if she’d consider a third go at Love Island, Ekin-Su was crystal clear: “No, my love.” And honestly? We can’t blame her. Two rounds in the villa are enough to make anyone hang up their bikini.
While Ekin-Su seems done with Love Island for good, her co-stars like Casey O’Gorman and Toby Aromolaran keep going back for more. How they muster the energy for multiple villa stints is anyone’s guess. For now, Ekin-Su’s focus is on clapping back at her critics and standing tall amidst the drama of Inside. With her unapologetic attitude and knack for stealing the show, one thing’s for sure: Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu is a force to be reckoned with, and she’s not afraid to take a shot at anyone who comes for her crown.