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Riz Ahmed proud to become first Muslim nominated for Best Actor Oscar

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Riz Ahmed proud to become first Muslim nominated for Best Actor Oscar

Riz Ahmed proud to become first Muslim nominated for Best Actor Oscar

Riz Ahmed has made Oscars history as the first Muslim and first person of Pakistani descent to be recognised in the Best Actor category for his role in 'Sound of Metal.'


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