Though we're not sure how we feel about some of the language used to describe the Kalash people, we feel this article shares some great information about and photos of Kalash culture and traditions. The Kalash live primarily in what is now Pakistan and Eastern Afghanistan, though now you might find people of Kalash heritage spread across the globe courtesy of recent migration. The Kalash, who claim to be descendants of Alexander the Great's invading soldiers, have lived in is

This story features Bucknell University's Students for Asian Awareness group's 10th annual Asian Gala, which this year featured Afghan dances. The annual Asian Gala was held on March 25 in Larison Dining Hall to celebrate Asian culture and heritage with food, dance, song, fashion, and community. The gala was hosted by Students for Asian Awareness at Bucknell (SAAB) and marked its 10th anniversary this spring. “Asian Gala is a place for Bucknell’s various Asian cultural organi

We felt it important to include this article to highlight some of the challenges and complex situations that exist surrounding dance. This article specifically addresses the experience of what it's like to be an Afghan transgender dancer in Pakistan facing deportation and severe economic, social, and political hardship. PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN – You cannot talk to Gulalai in the language of her adopted country. Despite living in Pakistan for the past 17 years, she has been unable

The pursuit of a passion for dance is fraught with risk to lives and livelihood for Afghan dancers, writes Madhavi Puranam. Nooriya Habibi and Obaid Zazai and a team of Attan dancers from Afghanistan are in Hyderabad for the first International Dance Festival mounted by the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) with Prasar Bharati, Telangana government and Doordarshan as the organising partners. As they enthusiastically shared about the Afghan culture, you wonder what culture

Though this article principally addresses questions about social media, a comment regarding dance videos as justification for a 2012 ban on mobile phones and social media highlights some of the social challenges and perspectives surrounding dance in Afghanistan. Be sure to navigate to the full article via the "Read more" link at the end for more information and context. DI KHAN: Social media has truly taken the world’s nooks and crannies by storm. It’s not only drowning in a

Photo by The News International. KARACHI: Abida Parveen delivered as usual when her singing prowess mesmerized all and Asrar gave an electrifying performance to enthrall fans during their concert at DA Creek Club on Saturday night. Creek Club was the place to be this Saturday night—if you happen to be a Sufi music enthusiast in Karachi. With scheduled performances from Asrar and the legendary Abida Parveen, the least concern on everyone’s minds was getting their money’s worth

Hanna Hussain, organizer of Earley St. Peter's School Association cultural showcase in Sol Joel Park. Photo by Reading Chronicle. Families enjoyed a taste of South Asia during a special fundraising event last week. The Earley St Peter’s School Association organised the cultural showcase in Sol Joel Park with the help of South Asian community groups. Hanna Hussain organised the event which helped explore Bangladeshi, Nepalese, Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan and Afghan culture.

Photo by thenews.com.pk. ISLAMABAD: Chilam Joshi, a four day festival, would start on May 13 at Kalash Valley some 27 kilometers from Chitral. The festival commemorates the arrival of summer and celebrates the abundance of dairy products during the season... ...The people of Kalash love music and dance to the beat of drums. Both men and women partake in dancing festivities, where they make circles and enjoy the sound of music. Kalash is famous for the music and dance festival

Photo by Fazal Khaliq & Express Tribune. CHITRAL: Chilam Joshi, a four-day festival, will kick off on Wednesday (today) in Kalash Valley, some 27 kilometres from Chitral. The festival commemorates the arrival of summer and celebrates the abundance of dairy products during the season... ...Got Milk On the first day of the festival, they will decorate their houses with flowers. The following day they will distribute milk among friends and loved ones and participate in the ritua