Maha Ali Kazmi
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Maha Ali Kazmi | |
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| Native name | مہا علی کاظمی |
| Born | Karachi, Pakistan |
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| Years active | 2013–present |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Associated acts | |
Maha Ali Kazmi (Urdu: مہا علی کاظمی) is a Pakistani singer-songwriter[1] who was born and grew up in Karachi[2] and is of Kashmiri descent. Maha Ali Kazmi is a Kashmiri state subject.[3][4] She completed her higher education from Monash University, Melbourne Australia,[5] and upon returning to Pakistan she began her musical career as the back-up vocalist for Cornetto Music Icons in 2013.[6] She released her debut single "Nazar" soon after.[7]
Maha trained under the tutelage of Ustaad Rauf Saami from 2015 to 2016 and subsequently under Abdullah Haroon from 2017 to 2024, who himself is a disciple of the esteemed Ustad Rasees Khan.[8]
Maha's heritage as a descendant of Wajid Ali Shah, the Nawab of Oudh, renowned for his support of art and dance, inspired her to learn Kathak classical dance in 2014 under the guidance of Sheema Kermani, and subsequently receive training in the Lucknow Gharana style from Pallavi Sharma and Alaina Roy.[8] [9]
Early life[edit]
Maha Ali Kazmi was born in Karachi, Pakistan to Ali Asghar Raza, a civil engineer of Kashmiri descent and Fatima Ali Asghar.[10] Music is a heritage passed down to her from the Hindustani classical artist Wajid Ali Shah, the ancestor from her mother's side.[10]
Maha Ali Kazmi is the great-granddaughter of Prince Abbas Mirza (1904-1976), grandson of the last king of India, King Wajid Ali Shah of Awadh.[10] Music is a heritage passed down to her from the Hindustani classical artist Wajid Ali Shah, the ancestor from her mother's side.[10]
Career[edit]
Maha Ali Kazmi started singing and joined her very first underground band at the age of 16 in Karachi[6] However, after graduating high school she decided to pursue her education and moved to Melbourne.[2]
Upon completion of her studies she returned to Karachi soon after which she auditioned for Cornetto Music Icons and thereupon ex- Vital Signs' Shahi Hasan selected her as a backup vocalist for the show which was aired on ARY Digital.[6] This experience gave her exposure to working alongside some of the biggest names in the music industry in Pakistan, namely Rahat Fateh Ali, Ali Azmat, Strings and Alamgir to name a few.[1]
She released her debut single, Nazar, produced by Farhad Humayun, the front man and drummer of Lahore based band Overload in 2013.[2]
Her second single Jana Nahi, produced by Shahi Hasan was released in 2014.
She has since released a number of singles which have been very well received[11] including a collaboration with guitar maestro Aamir Zaki in the form of a song called Aaj Sun Ke Tumara Naam which was released on his one-month death anniversary as a tribute to the Pakistani guitarist.[12]
Maha Ali Kazmi released her first song in the Kashmiri language, a cover titled 'Sahibo,' in 2019, marking her debut in her ancestral language.[13][14]
In 2020, Maha Ali Kazmi featured in We Are One (global collaboration song) produced by Kashan Admani during the COVID-19 pandemic.[15]
In 2023, Kazmi spoke out against harassment and gender discrimination prevalent in the music industry.[16][17] She has been vocal about her experiences and has used her platform to raise awareness about creating safe and inclusive work environments.[18]
In 2024, Maha Ali Kazmi released her latest single "Fanaa," composing both the lyrics and tune. She collaborated with the Meekal Hasan Band for its production at Digital Fidelity Studios in Lahore.[8]
Discography[edit]
Singles[edit]
| Year | Song |
|---|---|
| 2013 | "Nazar"[10] |
| 2014 | "Jana Nahin"[19] |
| 2017 | "Summer Nights"[20][21] |
| 2017 | "Aaj Sun Ke Tumhara Naam"(feat. Aamir Zaki)[22] |
| 2018 | "Sitaron Ki Khoj"[11] |
| 2019 | "Sahibo" -[23] |
| 2020 | "Falling Now"(Kadla & Maha Ali Kazmi)[24] |
| 2023 | "City Lights"[25] |
| 2024 | "Fanaa"[18][8] |
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "How to monetize music? Maha Ali Kazmi". The Nation. 26 January 2015. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "'Love those who can love back with equal intensity'". Gulf Times. 31 August 2013. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ↑ "A Pakistani in Kashmir". Business Recorder. 4 August 2020. Retrieved 5 August 2020.
- ↑ "Cinema Superfast September 15". India Today. 15 September 2013. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ↑ Afzal, Asfia (25 July 2014). "Maha Ali Kazmi set to release her second single 'Jana Nahi' on Eid-ul-Fitr!". Brecorder. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 Correspondent, Our (17 December 2014). "Keeping up with the pace of time". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ↑ "Why Maha Ali Kazmi is in news". The Economic Times. 22 September 2013. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 Rehmat, Kamran (2 May 2024). "Pakistani singer pitches new single with matching verve". Gulf Times. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ↑ Qureshi, Sehrish.[ https://www.independenturdu.com/node/168436 “Music is a creative way to express emotions: Maha Ali"], Indepenent Urdu, Pakistan, 17 May 2024. Retrieved 19 May 2024.
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 "Kashmiri girl rocks in Pakistan". The Times of India. 25 September 2013. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 "Motivation gushes in Maha Ali's inspiring song Sitaron ki Khoj". Daily Pakistan Global. 15 August 2018. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ↑ Staff, Images (7 July 2017). "The real Aamir Zaki exists in live sessions, not in cassettes, CDs or mp3 files: Maha Kazmi". Images. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ↑ Baji, Band.“SOUNDSCAPE: THE KASHMIR CONNECTION", Dawn News, Pakistan, 5 January 2020. Retrieved 19 May 2024.
- ↑ Qureshi, Sehrish.[ https://www.independenturdu.com/node/168436 “Music is a creative way to express emotions: Maha Ali"], Dawn News, Pakistan, 17 May 2024. Retrieved 19 May 2024.
- ↑ "Kashan Admani unites local artistes with Grammy winners for new song". The Express Tribune. 2 May 2020. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
- ↑ Sultan, Asfa (20 April 2023). "Maha Ali Kazmi accuses Ali Noor of professional misconduct". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ↑ Desk, Entertainment (15 May 2023). "Maha Ali Kazmi serves legal notice to Ali Noor". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 Pandey, Aditi (28 April 2024). "Dancing on Madhuri songs inspired me to sing: Pakistani Singer Maha Ali Kazmi". THE NEW INDIAN. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ↑ "A philosophic rendition". Gulf Times. 2 October 2014. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ↑ "Maha Ali Kazmi releases her latest single 'Summer Nights'". gulfnews.com. 21 February 2017. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ↑ "Maha releases latest single summer nights". The Nation. 17 February 2017. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ↑ "Aaj Sun Ke Tumhara Naam: Aamir Zaki's last staging". Daily Pakistan Global. 7 July 2017. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ↑ Baji, Band.“SOUNDSCAPE: THE KASHMIR CONNECTION", Dawn News, Pakistan, 5 January 2020. Retrieved 19 May 2024.
- ↑ "In conversation: Maha Ali Kazmi talks about Falling Now MISCELLANEOUS - MAG THE WEEKLY". magtheweekly.com. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ↑ "Singer Maha Ali Kazmi recently released her new single 'City Lights' Fab Fun Find - MAG THE WEEKLY". magtheweekly.com. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
External links[edit]
- Maha Ali Kazmi on Facebook
- Maha Ali Kazmi on Instagram
- Maha Ali Kazmi on SoundCloud
- Maha Ali Kazmi on IMDb
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