While it is not uncommon for mothers to remarry after separating from their spouse, it is still considered a taboo in many cultures. Especially for children, it is not easy to accept that your parent has fallen in love again. But this young man crushed all the stereotypes and went against all odds to help his mom find true love after 18 years. You’ll be shocked to know how social media reacted.
A Pakistani guy named Abdul Ahad was recently in the news for his viral gesture. He took the responsibility of supporting his mother to “take a second chance at love and life after 18 years,” and helped her get remarried. He took this courageous decision because of his progressive mindset and this helped him dare to go against all the societal norms and judgments.
Abdul shared an emotional video on social media announcing his mom’s nikaah (Pakistani wedding ceremony). He documented some precious moments between the mother-son duo in the video along with the before and after snippets of the wedding celebration. Initially, Abdul was nervous and hesitant to share the news with his followers but he later realized that his mom’s happiness was the highest priority for him.
As the video went viral on the Internet, netizens’ response was totally unexpected. Rather than showering hate on Abdul Ahad for going against the societal norms and controlling his mom for developing feelings of love for someone other than her spouse, he was, in fact, applauded. He was praised for his courage and love which helped him choose the path of change. His followers expressed appreciation, respect, and support for their decision. “It felt truly overwhelming,” said Abdul as netizens applauded him for being the loving and supportive son every parent needs.
We need to learn from Abdul that instead of clutching on the imaginary ‘khandaan ki izzat’ concept, it’s time we started prioritizing our loved ones’ happiness. In a world where many women are told to “compromise” or just “adjust” to their circumstances, Abdul’s story is a breath of fresh air. It reminds us that love, happiness, and second chances are for everyone. The guy has raised the bar too high, y’all!
