"Khajistan is an expansive archive of censored, banned, and overlooked media from South Asia to the Maghreb, aiming to preserve real life that somehow disappears from the official record."
"Founded in 2019, Khajistan has evolved from a collection of social media images and videos into a digital and physical archive, as well as an independent press."
"Saad Khan's collecting process is deeply personal, affirming his existence and reflecting the mass material culture of Pakistan's working-class neighborhoods during his upbringing in Lahore."
Khajistan, founded by Saad Khan in 2019, is a digital and physical archive of censored media from South Asia to the Maghreb. It features a collection of overlooked and banned visuals, including memes and found photography. The project aims to preserve aspects of life that are often omitted from official records. Khan's personal history of collecting media reflects his experiences growing up in Lahore, where he was immersed in the vibrant material culture of his surroundings. The archive also serves as an independent press.
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