In the land of ignorance, the streets, markets and homes seem to glitter with all that is plainly not gold – just behind the curtain. Adjacent to the Zamzama area in Karachi known for its razzle and dazzle, is the Neelam Colony which both portray the two shades of life.

The increasing income gap has become a major predicament in our society but will it only get worse over the years or do you believe in the hope for an optimistic future? – Text and photos by Anum Malik and Jia Wei / Dawn.com