Andaleeb Wajid | |
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Nationality | Indian |
Alma mater | Jyoti Nivas College |
Occupation | Writer |
Known for | The Tamanna Trilogy More Than Just Biryani |
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She began writing at age 10, and studied at Baldwin Girls High School before joining Jyoti Nivas College. She is married and has two sons.
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