Pakistani Woman Celebrates Mother’s Divorce After 30 Years of Abuse, Sparks Viral Debate
A young Pakistani woman named Feeya goes viral after celebrating her mother’s divorce from a decades-long toxic marriage, igniting nationwide conversation on abuse, healing, and the stigma around divorce in Pakistan.
Islamabad, May 15, 2025 — In a country where divorce remains taboo, a young Pakistani woman has sparked a national conversation by publicly celebrating her mother’s divorce after 30 years in a toxic, abusive marriage.
The woman, identified as Feeya, took to social media to mark the end of her mother’s painful marital journey with a cake and family dinner, describing the moment as a “new beginning” rather than an ending. According to her viral post, the marriage had been marred by emotional abuse, manipulation, and threats involving weapons — long before her father abandoned the family nearly a decade ago.
“After 30 years of enduring pain and silence, my mother is finally free. We’re not mourning a divorce — we’re celebrating survival,” Feeya wrote in her caption, which has now been shared thousands of times.
Public Reaction: Applause and Criticism
The post ignited a firestorm of reactions. Many praised the family’s bravery and described the celebration as a powerful act of emotional closure. “In a society where women are forced to stay silent, this is nothing short of revolutionary,” one supporter wrote.
However, critics pushed back, questioning the appropriateness of celebrating divorce so publicly. “It’s halal but still hurtful to promote it like a party,” a commenter argued, referencing Islamic teachings that describe divorce as a permitted but disliked act.
Feeya Responds to the Backlash
In follow-up posts, Feeya defended her decision, revealing more details about the emotional and psychological trauma her mother endured throughout the marriage. She emphasized that the celebration was about freedom, healing, and reclaiming dignity, not undermining cultural or religious values.
“This was not about encouraging divorce, but about ending years of suffering. My mother deserves happiness, peace, and a life without fear,” she clarified.
A Broader Conversation
The story has since evolved into a larger discourse on women’s rights, the stigma surrounding divorce, and the urgent need for mental health awareness in domestic relationships across Pakistan.
Activists and mental health professionals have weighed in, urging society to rethink traditional narratives that equate endurance with virtue — especially when it comes at the cost of one’s safety and sanity.
