Waqar Zaka occasionally smokes hookah. |
Waqar Zaka does not drink alcohol. |
His father is originally from Jaipur, India. |
At the age of 15, he wrote the song “Nahi Parha Mein Ne Poora Saal,” which became an instant hit. |
After completing a filmmaking course, he started as a TV host on ARY Digital in 2002. |
In 2004, he introduced the successful show “Living on the Edge” after facing initial rejection. |
Reportedly, the format of Waqar's show was inspired by MTV Roadies, but he claims the concept was his own. |
In 2006, he launched the show XPOSED focused on exposing underground activities in Pakistan. |
He was promoted to Vice President of ARY in 2006. |
In 2007, he hosted the successful show, Desi Kurriyan, focusing on urban women in Pakistan. |
In 2008, he challenged people with supernatural claims in a live morning show on ARY Digital. |
In 2010, Waqar Zaka started the trend of ‘Selfie Videos’ in Pakistan. |
In 2013, he entered politics and contested in the Pakistani general election. |
In 2014, he introduced the TV show King of Street Magic, which was eventually banned. |
In 2015, Waqar Zaka helped Rohingya Muslims in Burma and Syrians in Aleppo. |
In 2015, he also appeared on 'Line Pe Ajao,' a show for ICC Cricket World Cup. |
In 2016, he gained popularity on Snapchat by sharing varied content. |
In 2017, he associated with cryptocurrencies and founded TenUp Nation in 2018. |
In April 2019, he announced the 'Tehreek-e-Tech' movement in Pakistan. |
Waqar Zaka initiated the #BhaiJaan campaign to assist victims of cybercrime and attacks. |
He was initially offered to host 'Jeeto Pakistan' but declined due to genre differences. |
Zaka denied rumors of dating Pakistani actress Sanam Jung. |
He created online content for Korean app 'Line' and worked with Chinese company 'Zapya.' |
Waqar Zaka hosted the TV show 'Champions' on BOL Entertainment in 2019. |
He is a big fan of Electronic Dance Music (EDM) and has attended events like 'Tomorrow Land.' |
Waqar Zaka has faced criticism for his Anti-Indian sentiment posts on social media. |
He is known for being an avid animal lover. |