A video of a Pakistani woman celebrating her divorce party and dance has sparked a heated debate on social media, challenging traditional views on divorce.
In the viral clip, the woman, dressed in a striking purple lehenga, dances energetically to popular Bollywood tunes while her friends cheer her on. The celebration, set up with balloons reading “Divorce Mubarak” (Congratulations on the Divorce), also features her guests tossing banknotes in her direction.
Divorce Mubarak ✌️ ✌️ ✌️
Today I had a fever and did not feel like opening Twitter, but when I opened Twitter, I saw that a divorce party is going on here. I am very happy to see this. 🥳 🎉
Marriage is the biggest evil after capitalism and religion. 🚩pic.twitter.com/YD8gjSHsQQ
— ☭ 🚩 (@Great_Karl_Marx) July 26, 2024
The video, reported by Pakistan’s Minute Mirror, was filmed in the United States, where the woman operates a store. She has yet to reveal the details surrounding her separation.
Reactions online have been sharply divided. Some viewers praised her for her confidence and ability to move on from an unhealthy relationship. One user expressed joy at seeing the celebration, saying, “Today I had a fever and wasn’t keen on checking Twitter, but I’m delighted to see a divorce party trending. Marriage is often problematic, and celebrating its end is a breath of fresh air.”
Conversely, others criticized the display. A commentator lamented, “Relationships take years to build and moments to destroy. Now, divorce parties seem to turn breaking up into a trend.” Another user, using the hashtag “#FeminismIsCancer,” condemned the celebration, suggesting it was an extravagant misuse of alimony funds.
The video has ignited a broader conversation about the norms and stigmas surrounding divorce, reflecting diverse attitudes towards personal freedom and relationship dynamics.