Re: Was the person anti-liberal?
Maybe, but I think there’s general disdain for fame and star life in most conservative families. I don’t belong to a religious family, but still, boys in my family aren’t allowed to pursue cricket as a profession. One of my male cousins was offered a modelling opportunity by reputable fashion house (through some friends), and my uncle vehemently disapproved. I also remember last time I was in Lahore, my teenage cousin, who is an aspiring medical student, brought a really flashy, brand new and very expensive guitar, and my grandfather was absolutely furious. He thought he’s becoming gaane bajane wala loafer. I’m sure you are aware that there’s a special word in Punjabi to describe gana bajaney wale and show buisness as a whole, lol.
In my family, we have a strong tradition of sending all rebellious boys to the military (you are spending too much time playing cricket - off you go to a military school). My dad was met with the same fate, but somehow he managed to deceive destiny, and I’m so glad he did. Can’t imagine myself as a ‘blind’ lover of Pakistan army, lol.