Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt recently shared his perspective on emotional expression, stating that he avoids crying because he believes men don’t look good while shedding tears. “Mujhy rouna dhouna nahi hai, kyunk mard routay huye achay nahi lagtay aur na hi mujhy pasand hai”, he remarked, reflecting traditional views on masculinity.
The statement comes amid Rajab Butt’s ongoing controversies, including legal battles over blasphemy allegations, physical assault by lawyers at court, and deportation from the UK. Despite facing multiple serious challenges that would emotionally overwhelm most people, Butt maintains a stoic public persona, choosing not to display vulnerability through tears.
His comments have ignited a debate on social media about toxic masculinity and emotional health. Many critics argue that suppressing emotions is harmful and that the notion that “real men don’t cry” perpetuates unhealthy stereotypes. Mental health advocates emphasize that crying is a natural human response to stress and pain, regardless of gender, and that emotional expression is crucial for psychological wellbeing.
Conversely, some supporters defended Butt’s right to handle emotions in his own way, noting that personal preferences about emotional expression shouldn’t be condemned. Cultural context also plays a role, as traditional Pakistani society often discourages men from showing vulnerability.
The discussion highlights evolving conversations around masculinity in Pakistan, where younger generations increasingly challenge conventional gender norms while older perspectives still hold considerable influence. Whether Butt’s stance reflects genuine personal preference or societal conditioning remains a topic of debate, but his comments have certainly sparked an important conversation about how men navigate emotional expression in contemporary Pakistani society.
