YouTuber Rajab Butt opened up about his decision to leave Pakistan in an emotional vlog, revealing the hardships he and his family endured in recent months.
Facing severe backlash over his controversial perfume launch, Butt said the situation escalated to life-threatening levels. Despite publicly apologizing while holding the Quran and later at the Kaaba, he found no relief and ultimately decided to flee.
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In a tearful vlog, he shared, “I left Pakistan on March 23. I had no fear for myself, but I was deeply worried about my family’s safety. To protect them, I had to go.”
Describing his escape as a lonely journey, he revealed, “I arrived alone, with no belongings or friends. My family only learned of my departure after I reached my destination. I don’t know when or if I will return, but I hope to.”
He expressed uncertainty about when his ordeal would end but continues to pray for his parents’ safety.
“For Allah’s sake, learn to forgive. If anything happens to my parents because of me, I could never forgive myself,” he pleaded.
His heartfelt message received overwhelming support, with many followers advising him to remain abroad, citing security concerns for digital creators in Pakistan.