In the recent Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 24/7 live stream, Shijin had a heartfelt, viral conversation where he opened up about his genuine love life outside the house. While sitting with his closest allies, Kadal Komban and Anjali, Shijin shared details about his relationship. He stated that despite the pressure, intense environment, and several housemates engaging in forced “love tracks” to gain screen time, he remains deeply committed to his partner on the outside. He emphasized that his love is unwavering and he prefers keeping it pure rather than faking a romance inside the house for strategic survival
Shijin has solidified himself as a powerhouse performer in Week 6 and Week 7. During the high-stakes, underworld-themed weekly task Adholokam, Shijin played the role of the Assistant Manager and engaged in a fierce, aggressive showdown with Asif (who played the Don) over hidden task garlands. The confrontation escalated so heavily that Asif threw his microphone down, cementing Shijin’s reputation as a fearless competitor who refuses to back down even against the most provocative players. Shijin also faced major friction with his best friend Kadal Komban during the jail nomination segment. When some housemates suggested taking a rest, Shijin sharply retorted, “They didn’t send us here to rest,” showcasing his high-intensity work ethic.
Shijin has emerged as an absolute top-tier contender for the BBMS8 title, though the public reception is heavily polarized. His supporters heavily praise him across YouTube and Facebook as a “Gem” for staying loyal to his real-world relationship. He is highly celebrated for his blunt, no-nonsense attitude, clear strategic planning, and unmatched physical dominance in luxury budget tasks, earning him the fan nickname “Task Raja.” The duo of Shijin and Kadal Komban commands the largest joint fanbase this season, and viewers love their raw friendship, though recent jail arguments have kept fans on edge wondering if the alliance will fracture.
On the flip side, Shijin faces significant criticism from neutral viewers and former contestants like Nadira Mehrin. Opponents argue that his massive external PR machinery aggressively markets his past financial hardships and emotional struggles to farm sympathy votes, rather than focusing purely on raw gameplay. This backlash ties back to the earlier “poverty card” accusations raised by Rahul Easwar, which continue to fuel debate online. With his genuine love life, fearless task performances, and the powerful Shijin-Kadal Komban alliance on one side, and the PR backlash on the other, Shijin remains the most talked-about contestant of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8.
