A Malaysian food delivery rider recently took to Threads to share how his engagement was suddenly cancelled just one month before the ceremony.
According to mStar, his fiancée’s mother allegedly disapproved of his job as a rider, claiming it was unstable and had “no future”.
Already saved RM15,000 for wedding
The man expressed disappointment over how his career choice was looked down upon despite his efforts to earn an honest living.
Next month was supposed to be our engagement, but today she asked to break up because her mum doesn’t approve. She said riders like me don’t have a stable job or future.”
The rider added that he had already managed to save RM15,000 for their planned wedding ceremony through his own hard work.
“I know it’s not much, but believe me, this came from sweat and halal earnings,” he said.
Felt hopeless after being judged for his job
The man also admitted feeling discouraged after hearing that food riders are often seen as unsuitable to become husbands or sons-in-law.
His post later gained traction online, with many fellow riders and netizens stepping forward to offer words of encouragement.
One rider shared that he recently got engaged to a teacher after working in the industry for years, adding that his fiancée’s family fully accepted his career.
Another commented that there was nothing shameful about being a rider, saying many people had started families while working the same job.
Others praised the man for being financially disciplined enough to save RM15,000, with some encouraging him to stay patient and trust that “better people will come into his life”.
