Neha Fathima, a content creator, was confronted by her parents on Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 weekend episode that aired on Sunday, November 1. They questioned her about her alleged romantic involvement with fellow contestant Santosh Raj, who goes by the stage name Tashi.

What Happened On Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 Weekend Episode?

Her father asked if she even remembered them, hinting that her behaviour on the show had hurt the family. Her mother, in tears, accused her of getting emotionally invested while the other contestants were focused on playing the game.

Neha replied that she is only human. She said she had always kept a respectable distance from Tashi inside the house so that her parents would not be upset.

She also spoke about the toll the show has taken on her.

Contestants live cut off from the outside world, under constant watch from several cameras, and Neha said this has put her under extreme mental pressure.

 

For those who missed it, the visit came shortly after Neha openly spoke about her feelings for Santosh Raj, a Hindu contestant. In a recent episode, she told him she liked him and was open to exploring a relationship after the show, provided her parents agreed.

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Internet Divided On Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 Latest Episode

The incident soon took a communal turn online. Others, however, countered that the parents' objection may have had more to do with the age gap of over 10 years between Neha and Tashi than with religion.

Another section of viewers called the scene patriarchal, saying a woman contestant should not have been chastised this way on national television. Some also felt that actor Mohanlal, who holds considerable influence on the show, should have stepped in to stop it.

A user on X (@itisprashanth) said, "Malayalee's claim to be very progressive to the outside world but when it comes to their own families - they act very regressive. She can decide for herself, this is not a KG school."

Another user (@arunpudur) commented, "If this was done by Hindu parents, Islamophobia and Hindu hate Muslims would be global trend."

A third user on X (@AbGeorge_) wrote, "Really sad to see a family's emotions and concerns being exploited to boost the viewership and reach of a reality show backed by an international company."

Did Neha Fathima Exit Bigg Boss Malayalam 8?

The parents' emotional appeal reportedly left Neha distressed. Their intervention reportedly led to her leaving the show.

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Bigg Boss Malayalam, now in its 8th season, airs daily on Asianet and streams 24x7 on Hotstar.

FAQ

1. What caused the clash between Neha Fathima's parents and her on the show?

The disagreement stemmed from Neha openly expressing romantic feelings for Santosh Raj (Tashi) inside the house. Her parents felt her emotional involvement was hurting her game and family image.

2. Why is Neha Fathima's departure sparking debate on social media?

Some argue that an adult contestant should make her own choices, others defend the family's concerns or point to the 10-year age gap between Neha and Santosh. Many accused the show's producers of exploiting family drama for TRP ratings.

3. Where can you watch Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 and who hosts it?

Hosted by superstar Mohanlal, Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 airs daily television episodes on Asianet and streams 24/7 online via Hotstar.