Contestants for Afghanistan's equivalent of American Idol stand to win fame, money - and possibly a violent death. Following the lifted ban on music under the Taliban, Afghan Star has become the most popular show in the country, as well as drawing the ire of social conservatives and extremists there. Particularly vulnerable are women taking part in the contest, many of whom have received death threats just for participating in the contest.
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