Iqrar Ul Hassan

Iqrar Ul Hassan
سید اقرار الحسن
Born
Syed Iqrar Ul Hassan

(1984-06-29) 29 June 1984
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Alma materG.C University, Lahore
OccupationsPolitician, investigative journalist, Television presenter
Years active2006–present
EmployerARY News (2006–2026)
TelevisionSar e Aam (2012-2026)
Political party
PART (2026–present)
Spouses
Qurat-ul-Ain Iqrar
​
(m. 2005)​
Farah Iqrar
​
(m. 2012)​
Aroosa Khan
​
(m. 2023)​
[1]
Children1

Syed Iqrar Ul Hassan (Urdu: سید اقرار الحسن; born 29 May 1984), known professionally as Iqrar Ul Hassan is a Pakistani politician, television presenter, and journalist.[2] He was associated with ARY News, where he initially worked as a newscaster before later becoming widely recognized as the host of the program Sar e Aam.[3] On 15 April 2026, he resigned from ARY News to focus on a political career.[4][5]

Incident

On April 29, 2016, Iqrar Ul Hassan and his Sar e Aam team were arrested on the orders of the Sindh Home Minister after exposing security lapses at the Provincial Assembly of Sindh by bringing an armed individual into the premises using media passes issued for an assembly session.[6] He was granted bail the following day.[7]

He has done sting operations in numerous factories and restaurants believed to be involved in adulteration as well as police stations linked to bribery, and corruption.[8]

On February 14, 2024, Hassan and his Sar e Aam team visited the place of Peer Haq Khateeb in Kotli Sattian Tehsil to expose his activities.[9] Hassan met him and had a debate with him.[10] Later, on May 22, he was attacked in his car in Gujranwala by unknown followers of Khateeb.[11][12]

Personal life

Iqrar ul Hassan first married journalist Qurat-ul-Ain in 2005. He later married TV journalist Farah Yousuf in 2012. In 2023, he married YouTuber and journalist Aroosa Khan.[13] Pehlaaj Hassan, the son of Iqrar ul Hassan and Qurat-ul-Ain, is a child actor.[14][15] He appeared in the television drama Alif, where he played the role of young Momin, the main character shown in childhood, alongside Hamza Ali Abbasi.[16][17] His performance was well received by viewers and praised in the media for his acting at a young age.[18] According to reports, he was also nominated for the Best Emerging Talent in TV category at the 20th Lux Style Awards.[19]

Career

Journalism career

Iqrar ul Hassan is a well-known Pakistani journalist and television host who became famous for his investigative program Sar-e-Aam, where he exposed corruption and social issues in society.[20] He worked for ARY News for many years and was the main host of the show.[21] However, on April 15, 2026 he left ARY News and stopped hosting Sar-e-Aam.[22] He worked with the ARY News for about 21 years.[23] After leaving the channel, he moved away from regular television journalism.[24] Despite this, he is still widely recognized for his bold reporting style and his contribution to investigative journalism in Pakistan.[25]

Political career

Hassan entered politics after a long journalism career. In 2026, after he ended his journalism career with ARY News he launched PART.[26] A movement focused on representing ordinary people and addressing issues like corruption and justice in Pakistan.[27] He now promotes his ideas through public events and social media, aiming to raise awareness and connect with young people. In January 2026, Iqrar launched his Centre PART political party. with Iqrar himself contesting 3 seats against the chiefs of the three major political parties in the country - Imran Khan of PTI, Shehbaz Sharif of PMLN, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari of PPP.[28][29]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Iqrar-ul-Hasan finds anchor Aroosa Khan as third life partner". 5 December 2023.
  2. ↑ "Iqrar Ul Hassan launches new party to 'bring political change'". HUM News English. 15 January 2026. Retrieved 24 April 2026.
  3. ↑ "Security agency officer, personnel suspended for torturing anchorperson Iqrar-ul-Hassan". Geo News. 15 February 2022. Retrieved 24 April 2026.
  4. ↑ Staff, Journalism Pakistan. "The boy with no reference: Iqrar ul Hassan's long goodbye to ARY News". Journalism Pakistan. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  5. ↑ "Iqrar-ul-Hassan quits ARY after 21 Years to focus on Political Career". Daily Pakistan English News. 16 April 2026. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  6. ↑ "TV anchor Iqrar-ul-Hassan arrested after Sindh Assembly sting operation". Daily Pakistan. 29 April 2016. Retrieved 20 June 2016.
  7. ↑ "ARY anchor Iqrarul Hassan faces government wrath for exposing poor security at Sindh Assembly". ARY News. May 2016.
  8. ↑ Abidi, Syed Badar Ali (24 July 2020), Iqrar Ul Hassan exposes unhygienic spices factory, archived from the original on 3 June 2021, retrieved 3 June 2021
  9. ↑ Shahid, Rida (16 February 2024). "What's Going On Between Iqrar ul Hassan and Pir Haq Khatib". Hamariweb.com. Retrieved 11 July 2024.
  10. ↑ Fatima, Noor (16 February 2024). "WATCH — Peer Haq Khatteb kisses Iqrar ul Hassan on cheek during debate". Daily Pakistan. Retrieved 11 July 2024.
  11. ↑ "Who attacked anchor Iqrar Ul Hassan in Gujranwala?". Pakistan Today. 22 May 2024. Retrieved 11 July 2024.
  12. ↑ Abdullah, Rao (22 May 2024). "Iqrar Ul Hassan Faces Attack in Gujranwala". BOL News. Retrieved 11 July 2024.
  13. ↑ "Iqrar-ul-Hasan finds anchor Aroosa Khan as third life partner". Dunya News. 5 December 2023. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  14. ↑ Aftab, Yumna (19 May 2021). "10-year-old Pehlaaj Hassan appeals to the world to stand with Palestinian kids". ARY News. Retrieved 17 April 2022.
  15. ↑ "Watch:Iqrarul Hasan's son sings 'Dil Dil Pakistan' in tribute to Junaid Jamshed". ARY News. 24 May 2017. Retrieved 17 April 2022.
  16. ↑ Malik, Asma (3 December 2019). "Pehlaaj Hassan launches YouTube channel". Daily Pakistan. Retrieved 17 April 2022.
  17. ↑ Isani, Aamna Haider (March 2020). "Alif and its message". The News. Retrieved 17 April 2022. From the characters of Abdul Aala (Manzar Sehbai), Husn e Jahan (Kubra Khan), Sultan (Saleem Mairaj), Taha Abdul Aala (Ahsan Khan), Suraiyya (Lubna Aslam) and even the young Momin (played by Pehlaaj Hassan), the casting was brilliant.
  18. ↑ "Geo Entertainment dominates with 25 nods at Lux Style Awards 2021". Geo TV. 31 August 2021. Retrieved 17 April 2022.
  19. ↑ Shabbir, Buraq (October 2019). "Sajal Aly steals the limelight in debut episode of Alif". The News. Retrieved 17 April 2022.
  20. ↑ "Iqrar-ul-Hassan shares harrowing details of Lahore attack in exclusive DP interview". Daily Pakistan English News. 13 December 2020. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  21. ↑ "BBC Asian Network - Saima Ajram, HSY TV Host and LSA 2017, Iqrar Ul Hassan host of famous Pakistani program Sar-e-Aam". BBC. 24 April 2017. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  22. ↑ Shahid, Maham (15 April 2026). "Iqrar ul Hassan Resigns from ARY News: Leaves Sara-e-Aam Show". Social Diary Pakistan. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  23. ↑ Staff, Journalism Pakistan. "The boy with no reference: Iqrar ul Hassan's long goodbye to ARY News". Journalism Pakistan. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  24. ↑ Shahid, Rida (16 April 2026). "Iqrar Ul Hassan Left ARY After 21-Years To Lead His Political Party". Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  25. ↑ Staff, MM News (15 April 2026). "Why did Iqrar ul Hassan quit ARY News?". MM News. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  26. ↑ "Awaam Raaj Tehreek: A Path Toward True Democracy". Awaamraatehreek.com. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  27. ↑ "From "Sar-e-Aam" to "Awam Raaj": Iqrar-ul-Hassan Bids Emotional Farewell to ARY After 21 Years". Fashion Times. 17 April 2026. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  28. ↑ Momina (15 January 2026). "Iqrar ul Hassan Reveals Party Name 'Awaam Raj Party' With Red Flag". Startup Pakistan. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
  29. ↑ "Iqrar ul Hassan Syed Launches People's Rule Movement". THE DESTINATION. 16 January 2026. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
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