The story of One Direction always projected an image of brotherhood, but the relationship between Harry Styles y Zayn Malik He was, at best, distant.
Since Malik left the band in March 2015, it became clear that the bond was not as close as previously believed. As reported by the portal Us WeeklyZayn even confessed that, even during the band’s most successful years, he never kept a real conversation con Harry.
As Harry transformed into the fashion and pop icon he is today, and Zayn opted for a more erratic path away from the public eye, the gap between the two widened, fueled by hints on social networks and the absence of the link that they do have with the rest of the former members.
It is not the first time that there has been speculation about mutual disapproval, but never before has criticism been so direct regarding the commercial management of their careers.
This lack of harmony is once again in the news not because of their music, but because of their opposing views about the industry, which also comes at a time of high sensitivity for the fandom by Styles.
Zayn’s show and the comment that went viral
During his January 28, 2026 performance at Dolby Live at Park MGM, Zayn Malik He launched a phrase that caught the immediate attention of the press.
According to several fans, the singer addressed his audience with an observation full of irony about the costs of live shows.
«I hope the ticket prices have not been too high…I’m just saying»Malik commented with a smile that didn’t take long to analyze.
Although he avoided mentioning names, the moment was interpreted as a direct reference to the situation his former bandmate is going through.
Harries Complaints: The Price Dilemma
Zayn’s subtle criticism comes when fans of Harry Stylesthe «Harries», denounce what they consider excessive costs for your new residence. According to Cosmopolitanstandard tickets for your tour, Together, Togetherrange between 600 and 1,100 USD.
On social networks, the feeling of many fans is from disappointment in the face of what they describe as an economic barrier for his music, arguing that the Styles brand has become inaccessible to the fan base that has accompanied him since his beginnings, transforming his concerts into exclusive events.
In the official tour announcement post, comments like: «‘Together Together’ was supposed to be for everyone, not just people with a lot of money» y «These exclusive prices have broken the hearts of many lifelong fans»stand out above those who celebrate their return to music after almost four years.
As the pricing debate rages on, the Brit is setting the stage for what promises to be his most ambitious era of music to date.
Harry’s future: New album and next steps
Despite criticism, Harry Styles’ career continues to expand with the recent release of his simple Aperture.
This song has been received with enthusiasm by critics, showing an evolution towards more experimental sounds that anticipate their next album.
This song is the official preview of their fourth album, Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionallyscheduled for March 6 of 2026.
With 50 dates ahead, the artist will have to balance his commercial success with the expectations accessibility of your community.
