Kamala Khan is a fictional superhero appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. She first appeared in Captain Marvel #14 in 2013 and is notable for being the first Muslim superhero to headline her own comic series. Kamala is a Pakistani-American teenager from Jersey City, New Jersey, who gains shape-shifting abilities after being exposed to the Terrigen Mist. As a fan of superheroes, especially Captain Marvel, Kamala struggles to balance her cultural identity with her desire to be a hero. She adopts the name Ms. Marvel and uses her powers to protect her community while navigating the challenges of adolescence and family expectations.