Who is Rena Fathima from Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7?
Rena Fathima showed up on Bigg Boss Malayalam season 7 as the youngest contestant in the house. Most of her followers know her from YouTube and Instagram, where she posts beauty vlogs, lifestyle content, and glimpses into her personal life. Rena, originally from Kozhikode, Kerala, entered the house with a pretty decent social media fan base—she’s had viral videos before but nothing like the attention Bigg Boss brings. That energy you notice when she talks, that’s how she is in her reels and vlogs too. She has this easy, straight-up style; you’ll see that in the way she interacts with housemates and even the host.
Based on X, the post from @JioHotstarMal officially welcomes Rena Fathima to Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 and announces that the grand launch is now available to watch on Asianet and JioHotstar.
How Old Is Rena Fathima?
Rena’s just 19, which makes her the youngest among all this season’s contestants. She’s still doing her BBA in Aviation. Most of the contestants this year are a little older or have more work experience, but she stands out for her age and, maybe, the way she adapts to the reality show setting.
One more detail that stands out: Skyford Aviation, where she studies, celebrated her joining the show.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DM5hPZezslS/
What Is Rena Fathima’s Background?
Rena grew up in Kerala with a regular student life, but she was drawn to digital content very early. She started by making reaction videos while in high school—her first one, while she was in eighth grade, went viral. In plus one (higher secondary), she met her boyfriend Aalib, and their couple videos snowballed in popularity. The thing is, Rena’s not just another beauty vlogger. She’s done part-time jobs, claims financial independence, helps her family, and started her own YouTube channel that’s picked up hundreds of thousands of subscribers. She also runs a small clothing business on Instagram @renzaari and does brand collaborations on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DMIK8GypybF/
Why Did Rena Fathima Join Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7?
Rena wanted to expand beyond social media and get a bigger platform—she mentioned wanting to prove herself, not just as an influencer, but as a person who knows how to handle tough situations and personalities. She hopes to inspire young women to become financially and emotionally independent. Fame and visibility, for sure, are factors, but she’s also about showing you can make it big without waiting for anyone’s permission or a traditional job.
The Instagram post from the account @biggboss__malayalam__s7 introduces Rena Fathima as Contestant No. 10 in Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DM5gRjrTam0/
How Is Rena Fathima Performing in the Bigg Boss House?
Rena’s shown a bit of that boldness she has online—jumping into arguments, sometimes playful, sometimes serious. There’s been a couple of clashes, mostly about house tasks and group decisions, but she’s also trying to keep things cool with jokes or by stepping away from drama when she thinks it’s too much. Her comfort with the camera helps; she doesn’t freeze up when things turn tense. Some fans online think she’s too young to handle the pressure, but she hasn't backed down yet. Not everybody in the house is a fan of Gen Z style, so Rena’s got her work cut out for her, but you get the sense she knows what she’s doing.
