TV Host Eshal adnan Accuses Aftab Iqbal of Harassment and Professional Retaliation

Pakistani TV host Eshal adnan has made serious allegations against senior anchor and columnist Aftab Iqbal, claiming he sexually harassed her and then removed her from his show when she rejected his advances.

In a recent podcast appearance, Eshal adnan recounted an incident from the early days of her career. She stated that she was hired as a co-host for Aftab Iqbal’s show on Express News. However, on her third day of the job, the situation turned inappropriate.

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Eshal adnan alleged that Aftab Iqbal began making an “inappropriate proposition” to her. She claimed that she clearly refused and told him that such behavior was unbecoming of a senior anchor and that she respected him.

According to her, Aftab Iqbal became angry upon her refusal and directly threatened to remove her from the show. She stood her ground, telling him to do what he must, but she would not accept his offers. Subsequently, she was removed from the show and not featured as a co-host.

Eshal adnan stated that she then filed a formal complaint with the channel’s Human Resources (HR) department. She said the channel’s owner took notice and praised her courage. However, the owner reportedly stated that while Aftab Iqbal “brings in business” and could not be fired, the “brave girl” who complained would also not be fired.

During the podcast, Eshal adnan added that Aftab Iqbal has since become a “better person” and that she respects him. She noted that he has children and has learned from his mistakes.

This is not the first time Aftab Iqbal has faced such allegations; he has been previously accused of inappropriate behavior and for keeping his marriage to a co-host secret for several years.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the main allegation against Aftab Iqbal?
Eshal adnan alleges that Aftab Iqbal made an inappropriate sexual advance towards her and, when she refused, he threatened her and had her removed from his TV show.

2. What was Aftab Iqbal’s reported reaction to her refusal?
She claims he became angry, threatened to remove her from the show and keep her off-screen, and then followed through on that threat.

3. What action did Ayeshal Adnan take after the incident?
She filed a formal complaint with the TV channel’s Human Resources department.

4. How did the TV channel reportedly respond?
The channel’s owner acknowledged her courage and assured her she would not be fired. However, it was stated that Aftab Iqbal would not be fired either because he “brings in business.”

5. Has Aftab Iqbal responded to these allegations?
Based on the provided article, there is no statement or response from Aftab Iqbal included. The report is based solely on Eshal adnan’s account during her podcast appearance.