On ‘The Afghan Girl’

I want to start noting stories that deserved more than they received, so here goes. ‘The Afghan Girl’ is one … More

Watch: My BBC Short Film

In May 2019, Muslims around the world fasted for the holy month of Ramadan. As someone who has experienced mental … More

Seeking Serenity in Mexico

“In the magnificent fierce morning of Mexico one sprang awake, a new part of the soul woke up suddenly, and … More

BBC Asian Network: Talking addiction in South Asian communities

It don’t really know what to say about this one. I wrote something very personal about having an alcoholic in … More

Podcast: Spilling My Chai

So – my girl Chaz and I have started a podcast called Spilling My Chai! There are so many incredible … More

A Halal Guide to Berlin

“Berlin is more a part of the world than a city. ” —Jean Paul, Writer, 1800 Arriving in Berlin in … More

Live from BBC Asian Network’s Big Debate

I was recently invited to the BBC to take part in The Big Debate on BBC Asian Network and yes, … More

I took an Ancestry Test and as a Pakistani, I learnt little

I am a British Pakistani born in London. Both my mother and father were born in Lahore, Pakistan. I can’t … More

Let’s Catch Up

Hey! How are you? No, seriously, are you good? Can I start this post by sharing something I read recently? … More

On Being a Non-Bilingual Brown Person

“You can’t understand Punjabi?!” Rishma* said, mouth open in a grin stuck on pause that evolved into rolling laughter of … More