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Begum Nawazish Ali: Frivolous Entertainment or Playing the Political?

"The sophisticated and flirtatious Begum Nawazish Ali has been on Pakistani airwaves for a few years now. With people tuning in to watch her gril l, joke around, and shamelessly flirt with her guests who include celebrities and politicians, her talk shows have been huge hits....Her invasive questions, political interest, and classy style have made her a sensation on Pakistani television. Not to mention her beautiful saris, and flawless make-up. ” ( Sobia 2008)   Most introductions to Begum Nawazish Ali are similar - sharing amazement at her grace, her ability to flirt with every male celebrity or politician she brings as a guest on her show and the level of popularity she has received ever since she first came on air. The reason behind all of this amazement and interest in Begum Nawazish Ali is the fact that she is actually a male dressed up as a female hosting one of the most popular talk shows on television in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The program called “the Late Nig