Ex-One Direction star Zayn Malik in hospital as he sends message to fans

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18 Apr 2026 • 2:58 AM MYT
The Independent
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Ex-One Direction star Zayn Malik in hospital as he sends message to fans

  • Zayn Malik revealed he has been hospitalized, sharing a picture of himself in a hospital bed on Instagram on Friday.
  • The 33-year-old singer thanked his fans and medical staff for their support but did not disclose the reason for his hospitalization.
  • Malik expressed being “heartbroken” that he cannot see his fans this week as he is “unexpectedly recovering”.
  • His new album, Konnakol, featuring 15 songs, was released on Friday, the same day he posted about his hospitalization.
  • Malik is scheduled to begin his worldwide 'The KONNAKOL TOUR' on 20 April in New York City, with no announcement yet regarding potential changes to the tour schedule.

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