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Jahid Mohseni
Afghan-born media executive and development producer who helped create Afghan Star and co-founded/ran media ventures (Moby Media Group) to rebuild Afghanistan's music and media industry after 2001.
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Jan 16, 2026
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Afghan Star
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Jahid Mohseni, an Afghan-born media executive and development producer, shares insights on the groundbreaking show Afghan Star, created to revive Afghanistan's music scene post-Taliban. He discusses the cultural significance of the show, initial public reactions, and the challenges faced in production with inexperienced teams. Jahid highlights how the show's popularity transformed lives and norms, notably with its first female winner, Zahra Elam. He also reflects on the show's enduring legacy amid the challenges posed by the Taliban's return.
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