Zayn Malik has been making headlines as of late, with the latest reports alleging he was rude to his fans. The former One Direction singer addressed the controversy and pushed back against the narrative, explaining his side and sharing what wasn’t seen in the video that spread online.
The news about the singer comes weeks after his alleged altercation with his former bandmate and his revelation that he was hospitalized for an undisclosed illness.
Zayn Malik Told Fans To Get Out Of His Way
On May 25, TMZ published a video of Zayn Malik exiting his hotel in Manchester and heading toward his awaiting vehicle. A crowd gathered by his car, with some holding up phones to capture photos and videos of the singer.
“You guys we can’t get in the car,” a woman, presumably part of Malik’s team, was heard saying. Malik visibly had a difficult time getting into his car and, at one point, was heard saying, “Get the f-ck out of the way,” before grabbing the door handle and slipping inside the vehicle.
Several days prior, Malik was also involved in an incident at a Q&A event when a woman hurled a water bottle straight at the singer. Fortunately, he ducked right on time and dodged the object.
The Singer Set The Record Straight
TMZ also posted the video on its official Instagram account, and the following day, Malik responded in the comments section to explain his side.
The “Pillowtalk” singer prefaced his comment by writing that his fans “were and always respectful and amazing.” However, he noted that most of the people waiting outside the hotel were not fans at all. “They are not fans they are stalkers that show up where ever someone they want to meet is and do the same thing to everyone to try to get content,” Malik wrote.
He further explained that the people had been blocking the hotel doors and his vehicle for about 10 minutes, not making space for security personnel.
“It is not safe and not okay and they ruin it for the real fans,” Malik concluded.
Zayn Malik’s Alleged Fight With Louis Tomlinson
Malik has been the topic of headlines for various reasons in recent months. In April, entertainment publications reported on an alleged feud between Malik and his former One Direction bandmate, Louis Tomlinson.
The two were the subject of a Netflix documentary that focused on their reconciliation years after skyrocketing to fame with One Direction and their public feud on social media. Malik and Tomlinson have since reconnected following the death of Liam Payne in 2024. However, they allegedly got into a physical altercation during filming.
Despite neither side speaking out about the alleged incident, reports of a feud were further fueled when the documentary’s director, Nicola Marsh, wrote on Instagram Stories, “And there goes the last year of work,” seemingly alluding to the project. Fans also noticed that Tomlinson unfollowed Malik on Instagram after the reports.
The Singer Was Hospitalized For An Unknown Ailment
Malik released his fifth studio album, “Konnakol,” on April 17. That same day, however, the singer took to Instagram Stories and updated his fans from a hospital bed. He thanked his fans for their support, noting that he was “unexpectedly recovering.” He also expressed his gratitude to the hospital staff for taking care of him during his stay.
Malik didn’t disclose the reason for his hospitalization, but per a report from PEOPLE, the 33-year-old singer sought treatment from the “No. 1 cardiologist in the world.” The source continued to say that Malik had to cancel an appearance on Jimmy Fallon’s show due to the doctor’s orders, and he’s “still working through his health issues.”
Zayn Malik Canceled Tour Dates
Weeks after his hospital visit, Malik announced that he would be cancelling some tour dates, specifically the tour stops in the U.S. “I’ve been at home recovering and I’m doing well and will be better and stronger than before. I’ve had to take another look at my schedule for the months ahead and have to reduce the number of shows on the KONNAKOL Tour,” the singer wrote on Instagram Stories.
Malik’s tour kicked off on May 23 and is set to perform in Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil in the coming months before wrapping up the run in Peru in October.