Zorain, a lawyer and PhD scholar in criminology based in the United States, came into the spotlight following the circulation of his article titled “It’s Over.” The piece discussed how today’s youth are rejecting outdated narratives and calling for incivility, accountability, and reform in policy making. The article later went viral and was reportedly taken down after drawing the attention of senior authorities, fuelling speculation and criticism online.
Addressing the controversy during an appearance on Ahmed Ali Butt’s podcast “Excuse Me,” Fazila Qazi clarified that her son’s views were strictly personal and had no connection to any political party or agenda. She expressed disappointment over what she described as the misrepresentation of the article, stating that it was not controversial in nature.
Qazi attributed the backlash to Pakistan’s deep political polarisation, noting that students studying abroad are encouraged to question systems and engage in open dialogue as part of academic growth. She emphasised that such discourse is common in disciplines like criminology and political science.
Expressing pride in her children, Fazila Qazi said she considers it a blessing to raise independent thinkers grounded in strong moral and religious values.
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