Iqbal Khursheed, born in a middle-class family, holds a Master’s in Mass Communication, English, and International Relations. Currently residing in Karachi. He contributes to the literary and journalistic landscape. He is renowned as an Urdu fiction writer, journalist, interviewer, columnist, vlogger, and film critic. Currently, he is associated with Geo News, Pakistan. He has previously been affiliated with reputable newspapers and media groups throughout his professional journey. Having conducted over 800 interviews with national and international personalities, he has established himself as a prominent figure in journalism.His two novels, “Tikon ki Chauthi Jeht” (Fourth Dimension of the Triangle) and “Gard Ka Tofan” (Dust Tornado), garnered attention and appreciation from critics and readers alike. Tikon ki Chauthi Jeht was also published from India, and its Hindi translation is expected to be released soon. Additionally, it was shortlisted for the UBL Award in the fiction category.

His recent book, “Fiction Se Mukalma” (Dialogue with Fiction), features interviews with the top 16 Urdu fiction writers. This work has created significant ripples and garnered admiration within literary circles.

Iqbal Khursheed alo serves as the editor of the prestigious Urdu literary journal Ijra and is the co-author of Sab Se Badi Jung, a notable work on the journalistic movement in Pakistan. He has also ventured into journalistic stories with his publication titled “One Minute Story”.