In Bigg Boss Malayalam 8’s Legacy Week, past contestants critiqued the current housemates’ actions. Aneesh dubbed Shijin ‘Ottayaan’ for his independence, standing out among the group. Komban raised eyebrows, questioning Shijin’s commoner status due to his social media presence. Akbar and Abhi Sree swiftly reaffirmed that all housemates are indeed commoners, highlighting a rare moment where Komban challenged a compliment regarding his friend Shijin.