Iqrar ul Hassan, one of Pakistan’s most well-known investigative journalists, recently made a surprising admission, he may need to take up a job again to meet his household expenses. The statement quickly went viral and sparked widespread discussion on social media.
Iqrar spent 21 years at ARY News, where he became a household name as the host of the popular investigative show Sar-e-Aam. He officially resigned from ARY News on 15 April 2026 to pursue a political career.
In his viral statement, Iqrar revealed that he was previously earning over PKR 5 million per month from ARY News. Reports suggest his monthly salary at the channel ranged between PKR 3 to 5 million, further supported by brand endorsements and sponsorships. Now, after leaving that high-paying position, he says financial pressures are mounting.
Iqrar has recently launched a new political party called Pakistan Awaam Raaj Tehreek, which likely requires significant time and resources, leaving little room for paid media work.
His candid remarks surprised many fans who assumed he had accumulated enough wealth to live comfortably. The statement humanized him in the eyes of many viewers, while others questioned how someone earning millions could now struggle financially.
The conversation has reignited debates around financial planning, the costs of political ambitions, and life after a high-profile media career.
