Iqrar ul Hassan is a renowned Pakistani journalist and TV anchor best known for his investigative show Sar-e-Aam on ARY News. Born on May 29, 1984, in Lahore, he has gained massive respect for exposing corruption and raising social awareness. With his fearless reporting and dedication to truth, Iqrar stands as one of Pakistan’s most trusted media figures.
For his role as a current-affairs anchor – 2013
Anchor of the Year
For his role as a current-affairs anchor
Pride of Performance – 2018
Civil Honour
Awarded by the Government of Pakistan for his services in journalism
Pakistan International Screen Awards – 2019
Ramzan Transmission Award
For hosting his Ramzan transmission on ARY Digital
Birthdate: May 29, 1984
Hometown: Lahore, Pakistan
Iqrar ul Hassan graduated from Government College University, Lahore, where he studied political science and journalism
Iqrar was raised in Lahore in a modest family. His father later remarried and moved abroad, while Iqrar stayed close to his mother.
Iqrar ul Hassan’s estimated net worth is around $100K – $1M, including income from journalism and digital media.
He prefers a simple, family-oriented lifestyle, focusing more on social causes than luxury.
Though not many public deals are known, Iqrar earns through digital collaborations and social media promotions
He has 3M+ Instagram followers and a popular YouTube channel, making him one of Pakistan’s top digital journalists.
Iqrar ul Hassan is a Pakistani journalist and television host best known for his investigative show Sar-e-Aam on ARY News, where he exposes corruption, fraud, and social injustices.
He started in 2006 with ARY One World (now ARY News) as a reporter.
Sar-e-Aam is an Urdu-language investigative crime show on ARY News that aims to expose wrongdoing from fake products to corruption in government and private sectors. It has been praised for stirring social awareness and sometimes leading to legal or administrative action.
He studied at Government College University, Lahore.
He has one son named Pehlaaj Hassan with his first wife, Qurat-ul-Ain.
He has been married three times: first to Qurat-ul-Ain Hassan in 2005, second to Farah Yousuf in 2012, and third to Aroosa Khan in 2023.
Yes. For instance, in 2016, he and his Sar-e-Aam team were arrested over a sting operation in the Sindh Assembly for highlighting security issues.
He leverages his media presence to raise awareness about public safety issues, like AC explosions in Pakistan, substandard consumer products, and corruption, encouraging reforms and accountability.
While Iqrar has been married three times, in recent interviews he has denied planning a fourth marriage. He has also made statements advising others to think carefully before entering multiple marriages.
Yes. His son, Pehlaaj Hassan, is set to make his acting debut by playing the young version of Hamza Ali Abbasi’s character in the upcoming drama Alif. The drama is widely anticipated, written by Umera Ahmed and produced by Sana Shahnawaz and Samina Humayun Saeed.
“I aspire to continue serving society through honest, impactful journalism. My goal is to investigate truth, expose injustice, and raise awareness about important issues affecting our community. I want to use my platform to educate, inform, and inspire positive change. I aim to uphold integrity, challenge corruption, and contribute to a safer, more transparent society while continuously growing as a journalist and public figure.”
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