…other people would actually be interested in it, too. That’s how the South Asian American writer and political activist Tanzila Ahmed – who goes by the nickname “Taz” – came…
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Riz Ahmed Makes History As First South Asian Man To Win Emmy
…Awards. British actor and rapper Riz Ahmed made history as the first South Asian man (he’s Pakistani) and Muslim to take home an Emmy Award, for Outstanding Lead Actor in…
In These ‘Sour Times,’ Riz Ahmed Delivers Super Relevant Poem
Some of us last saw Riz Ahmed spitting bars in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “Immigrants (We Get the Job Done)” music video, but two nights ago on Jimmy Fallon, the rapper and…
Riz Ahmed, Dev Patel Among SAG Awards Nominees
The Screen Actors Guild announced its nominations for the 23rd annual SAG Awards this week. Nominees include Riz Ahmed, who led HBO’s “The Night Of” to critical acclaim this year,…
Riz Ahmed To Be or Not to Be Netflix’s ‘Hamlet’
Riz Ahmed is in talks with Netflix to play the titular Prince of Denmark in a contemporary reimagining of William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.” According to Deadline, Netflix’s film adaptation is being…
Aziz Ansari, Riz Ahmed Each Receive Two Emmy Nods
This year’s Emmy nominations are in — and it’s proving to be a big year for Aziz Ansari and Riz Ahmed, who each nabbed two nominations. Aziz Ansari, the star…
The Lookout: A Historic Moment to Wrap Up Pride Month, Asian American Advocacy through Theater and Gymnasts to Watch for at the Upcoming Tokyo Olympics
…on Instagram A post shared by Riz Ahmed (@rizahmed) Riz Ahmed started the #MuslimVisibilityChallenge on social media this week, calling upon the film and television industry to improve Muslim representation…
The Real Story Behind College Student Turned Libyan Freedom Fighter Chris Jeon
…tower; the next he was in the stifling desert, dodging mortar fire and going by the name Ahmed Mugrabi Saidi Barga. To Jeon, however, it made perfect sense. Now, five…
#MuslimVDay: Valentine’s Day Cards That Combat Islamophobia
…Ahmed told Colorlines. “So this was my way of reappropriating Islamophobia.” Ahmed recently released her fourth series of cards, which can be purchased on Etsy. Not sure if these cards…
January Issue: The Real Story Behind College Student Turned Libyan Freedom Fighter Chris Jeon
…was a finance trainee in a slick San Francisco office tower; the next he was in the stifling desert, dodging mortar fire and going by the name Ahmed Mugrabi Saidi…
The Good, the Bad and the Beautiful: A List of 9 Hot AAPI Dads
…to wait for the time being. 5. Malik Khan (Riz Ahmed) from “Encounter” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mB7_bMhMb4g&ab_channel=RizAhmed Riz Ahmed doesn’t have to do much to make audiences swoon—on account of being Riz Ahmed….
Top 10 Asian Actors in Hollywood (2017 Edition)
…of dialogue. With 2017 on its way out, here are the Asian and APA men whose exemplary work and cultural influence drove the discussion this year. Riz Ahmed After Riz…
Activist Writes Letter to Now-Famous American Apparel Model
…ad represents another instance of the objectification of women of color, and, specifically, it gives more power to large corporations. L.A. activist Tanzila “Taz” Ahmed wrote an open letter to…
Asia Pacific Art’s ‘Bullet Train’ Podcast
…learn about remakes in general. Satirical Muslim Valentine’s Day cards by Taz Ahmed. Cultural Humor on Someecards.com Isn’t Great, But Can We Do Better? We were impressed when we discovered…
Watch K’naan, Riz MC & More ‘Get the Job Done’ in New ‘Hamilton’ MV
…musical’s YouTube channel. “Immigrants (We Get the Job Done)” is the collaborative rap masterpiece of K’naan featuring Residente, Riz MC (aka Riz Ahmed, the actor you’ve seen everywhere from HBO’s…