UMVA has learned that Zayn Malik narrowly escaped a disturbing incident at his recent Q&A event, where a crowd member hurled a water bottle at him, forcing him to duck for cover.
The shocking moment occurred as the former One Direction star, 33, was exiting the stage at Kingston's Banquet Records, following a performance for his new album Konnakol. A woman in the balcony lobbed a plastic bottle at him, which was quickly followed by another, both of which narrowly missed their mark.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the woman was reportedly removed from the venue by security after allegedly spitting at Zayn, adding to the appalling behavior. A spokesperson for Banquet Records described the incident as 'appalling' and revealed that the individual had behaved in a deplorable manner.
This was Zayn's first public appearance since his hospitalization earlier this month, which forced him to cancel a string of shows. The event was a rescheduled Q&A and performance, with tickets originally on sale for earlier in the day. Banquet Records addressed the scheduling issue, explaining that international touring artists often face busy schedules that can lead to delays.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Zayn is set to play at London's O2 Arena on Saturday and Sunday, kicking off his now much smaller Konnakol tour. His North American leg, which was due to begin in July, was scrapped, as well as shows in several other cities. The incident has raised concerns about fan behavior and the safety of artists.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that Zayn didn't share any details about his illness but expressed gratitude to fans for their support and well wishes. He previously posted a picture of himself in hospital, sparking serious concerns about his health. In an updated message, Zayn wrote about the love and prayers he's received and assured fans that he's recovering and will be better soon.
Zayn's team has had to reduce the number of shows on the Konnakol Tour to ensure his health and well-being. Despite this, he's looking forward to playing for his fans and hopes to see them around the world soon. The incident has left fans and industry insiders shaken, highlighting the need for greater respect and safety measures at live events.
