Shazia Mirza

Getting offended on God’s behalf

Getting offended on God’s behalf

Because of the way certain Muslims react to things that offend them, writers, comedians and film makers the world over are slowly being silenced. Published 22 Sep, 2012 05:54pm
A standing ovation for the loser

A standing ovation for the loser

Some Pakistani’s will refer to me as a ‘coconut’, some will say I’m a traitor, some will say “who does she think she is? She’s not one of us”. Published 08 Sep, 2012 03:23pm
The partition of laughter

The partition of laughter

I don’t want to leave India. Not because of the constant marriage proposals from rickshaw drivers but because I’m worried if I leave, I’ll never be allowed back in. Published 25 Aug, 2012 04:02pm