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Bhalo Bashen

by Maaz Ahmed

A reflection on kinship, belonging and class, asking who is permitted to be called family when borders, paperwork and long devotion all refuse to agree.

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Maaz Ahmed

I am a stand-up comedian and writer, born and raised in Karachi. I recently graduated from LUMS with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. On weekdays I teach at Aitchison College, and on weekends I make people laugh on stage. My previous work 'October of Sonipat' is published in Lakeer Magazine.

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