Altaf Hussain, founder of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and a British non-resident Pakistani, was born on September 17, 1953, in Karachi, Pakistan. He has a background in pharmacy and has held significant political positions, including General Secretary and President of various student organizations, with a focus on equal rights and religious tolerance. Hussain survived an assassination attempt in 1991, showcasing his charismatic yet autocratic leadership style.