Maha Ali Kazmi is a renowned Pakistani singer-songwriter, often compared to the legendary Nazia Hassan. Her musical journey, family background, and personal life are as captivating as her melodies.

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Born in 1988 in Karachi, Pakistan, into a prosperous family, Maha spent her childhood there. After completing her schooling, she pursued higher education at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, earning a Bachelor of Business & Commerce degree, specializing in Finance and Macroeconomics. She also obtained a Diploma in Business Administration. Even during her studies, her passion for music shone through; she actively participated in the church choir alongside professional musicians. Her musical upbringing was diverse, influenced by classical composers like Vivaldi and Beethoven, and the soulful voices of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and Lata Mangeshkar, thanks to her father’s extensive music collection. At just 16, she began writing songs for an underground Karachi band.

Physical Appearance

Maha possesses striking features:

• Height: 5′ 6″
• Weight: 55 kg
• Hair Color: Black
• Eye Color: Hazel Green Blue
• Figure Measurements: 32-28-34

Family, Caste & Husband

Maha comes from a Kashmiri Muslim family and practices Islam. Her father, Ali Asghar Raza, a civil engineer of Kashmiri descent, migrated to Pakistan in 1964. Her mother is Fatima Ali Asghar, and she has a sister named Ana. Her maternal great-grandfather was the tenth and last Nawab of Awadh, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah. She married Ali Zaidi on February 13, 2016.

Career

Maha’s singing career took off in 2013 with her debut single, “Nazar,” produced by the Overload Band. This launched her into the spotlight in Pakistan and India. She followed this success with performances at numerous events and the release of several more singles including “Jana Nahin” (2014), “Summer Nights” (2017), “Aaj Sun Ke Tumhara Naam” (featuring Aamir Zaki, 2017), and “Sitaron Ki Khoj” (2018). Before her solo career, she gained valuable experience as a backup vocalist for ARY Digital, collaborating with renowned artists like Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Ali Azmat, and Aamir Zaki.

Favourite Things

Maha’s preferences reflect her vibrant personality:

• Food: Hot Pot, Salads, Chocolates
• Destination: Kashmir, Hunza Valley in Pakistan
• Dance Form: Kathak
• Actresses: Sridevi, Audrey Hepburn
• Color: Pink
• Songs: ‘Imagine’ by John Lennon, ‘Gulon mai rang bhare’ by Mehdi Hasan
• Singers: John Lennon, Dire Straits, Led Zeppelin
• Dancer: Sheema Kermani
• Quote: “Do not take life too seriously. You will never get out of it alive.” – Elbert Hubbard

Facts

Here are some interesting facts about Maha:

• Hobbies: Shopping, reading, dancing, and traveling.
• Ancestral home: Indian Kashmir.
• Trained Kathak dancer.
• Known for her spending habits.
• Avid cat lover.
• Close relationship with her mother, who is both her biggest fan and harshest critic.
• Strong stance against Islamic extremist organizations that oppose women in the music industry.

Maha’s Musical Milestones

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