Former Tamasha Season 5 contestant Samiya Hijab has responded strongly to fellow contestant Zayb Khan’s social media remarks, triggering fresh controversy among fans.
The disagreement attracted attention on Saturday, October 31, 2026, after both personalities shared statements that sparked speculation about their relationship.
Although Zayb did not directly name Samiya, his comments appeared to prompt her public response.
Zayb Khan Questions Use of His Name for Online Attention
The controversy began when Zayb shared a message criticizing someone for allegedly using his name to generate social media views.
He suggested that such attention-seeking behaviour was unnecessary.
Zayb also mentioned that his wife, Esra Ayesha, was uncomfortable with the situation.
In another post, he emphasized that partners should respect each other’s boundaries regarding personal interactions.
Samiya Hijab Responds to Zayb Khan’s Remarks
Samiya subsequently addressed the controversy through her social media account.
She described the remarks as petty and defended her earlier congratulatory message.
According to Samiya, her intentions were sincere, and she held no negative feelings toward anyone.
She also rejected suggestions that she needed Zayb’s popularity to attract viewers.
The former reality television contestant claimed her videos had already generated millions of views before Zayb became widely recognized.
Tamasha Season 5 Contestants Return to Spotlight
Samiya urged followers not to exaggerate the disagreement and said she had forgiven those involved.
Meanwhile, her friendship with Yasir Alam and Zayb’s relationship with Esra Ayesha have previously attracted public attention.
The latest exchange has renewed online discussions surrounding the former contestants.
However, Zayb has not publicly confirmed that his original comments specifically targeted Samiya.
