Iqbal Masood is a distinguished Hindi–Urdu poet, ghazal writer, and literary critic. He began writing at the age of eighteen and soon gained recognition in national poetry forums. His work reflects deep sensitivity to human emotions, social realities, and cultural memory. Masood has actively participated in major literary gatherings across India and has been associated with All India Radio and Doordarshan for poetry recitations and discussions.
He has authored several notable poetry collections and critical works, contributing significantly to contemporary Hindi and Urdu literature. His writings span poetry, criticism, and translation, including work across Hindi, Urdu, and Roman scripts. His recent work was released in 2023, reaffirming his enduring literary presence.