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Kamala Khan

Kamala Khan is a fictional superhero from Marvel Comics, introduced in 2013. She is a Pakistani-American teenager from Jersey City who gains superpowers, including the ability to shape-shift and heal quickly, after being exposed to the Terrigen Mist, a substance that activates latent abilities in certain individuals known as Inhumans. As Ms. Marvel, she grapples with her identity, cultural heritage, and the responsibilities of being a hero. Kamala's character resonates with themes of diversity, acceptance, and the challenges of adolescence, making her a significant figure in modern comic book storytelling.