Elaha Soroor
- Composer
Born In Kabul, Afghanistan and named Mariam, she now goes by her stage
name, Elaha Soroor. She lived 14 years in Iran, as a result of Soviet
invasion in Afghanistan, before coming back to her native country after
the fall of the Taliban in 2001. She was a contestant on the 4th season
of Afghan Star 2008-2009, Afghanistan's version of American Idol, and
ranked at position 8th before being eliminated. Her elimination was a
surprise to her and a shock to most people as she was one of most
talked about stars and a favorite among many.