The end is near: Ahmad Ali Butt and Bilal Qureshi express dismay as the liquor store opens in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant shift in the kingdom’s policies. The move, allowing liquor consumption for non-Muslim diplomats, sparks criticism among Muslims globally, highlighting Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman’s efforts to modernize the country. In a historic development, the introduction of leisure and entertainment activities aligns with the prince’s vision of transforming Saudi Arabia into a tourism and business hub.
This shift has surprised Muslims globally, given the country’s once-ultraconservative stance. The opening of a liquor store in Riyadh triggered a backlash, with some viewing it as a warning sign of the doomsday mentioned in Islam’s holy scriptures. Actor Ahmad Ali Butt describes the development as indicative of the approaching day of judgment, while Bilal Qureshi expresses disillusionment, stating, ‘I was born and raised in Saudi Arabia. I could never imagine this would happen there.
