Zari Hassan and her husband, Shakib Cham, have drawn attention with an affectionate video.
The couple’s affectionate video draws mixed reactions as viewers debate cultural respect and gestures within marriage.
A video showing Zari Hassan kneeling before her husband, Shakib Cham, has sparked debate online. The Ugandan businesswoman and reality TV star shared kisses and an embrace with him in the clip.
The couple appeared relaxed as they spent time together. Shakib also fed Zari a strawberry before she sat on his lap. However, her decision to kneel before him attracted the most attention from viewers.
Zari Hassan kneeling draws mixed reactions
Some Kenyan social media users questioned the gesture, while others defended it as an expression of cultural respect. The reactions highlighted differing views about the act within marriage.
In parts of Uganda, kneeling before a husband or an elder traditionally signals respect. People may use the gesture when greeting someone or serving food. However, customs differ across communities and households, rather than following a single practice.
Affectionate clip follows reconciliation
The public display of affection comes months after the couple’s brief separation played out on social media. In June 2026, Zari announced that they were ending their relationship after five years together.
Shakib later said the announcement caught him off guard. He claimed he learnt about the split through social media alongside the public.
However, the pair reconciled weeks later during a romantic getaway in Uganda in July 2026. They subsequently played down the breakup announcement, while Shakib continued posting affectionate tributes to Zari. His birthday messages included references to her as his queen.
The couple held a private Islamic wedding ceremony in 2023. Since then, their relationship and social media updates have continued to attract public attention.
Beyond her marriage, Zari is known for her business ventures and reality television appearances. Shakib also frequently appears in her online posts, which offer followers glimpses into their relationship.
