Zayn Malik has always kept his personal life private, but recent interviews are shedding new light on his past relationships. While fans speculate about his connection with Gigi Hadid, Malik is opening up about his understanding of love, lust, and respect, hinting at deeper reflections that fans will not want to miss.

Zayn Malik reflected on the nature of his past relationship with Gigi Hadid.

"Maybe it was lust, maybe it was this, maybe it was that. I don’t feel like it was love," he said on the Call Her Daddy podcast.

Malik explained that while he once thought it was love, maturity helped him realize his feelings were more complex and not true romantic love.

On the same podcast, Malik emphasized that he still loves Gigi, saying she is the reason their child exists and expressing utmost respect for her.

He explained that love does not always mean being in love, and while he cherishes their bond and shared memories, he does not feel he was ever romantically in love during their relationship.

While Malik reflects on past love, his fans have even bigger reasons to celebrate his future endeavors.

2026 Belongs to Zayn Malik and his biggest musical adventure yet

Zayn Malik is gearing up for a massive 2026, releasing his fifth studio album 'KONNAKOL' on April 17. Blending R&B with South Asian influences, it features Urdu lyrics and his signature vocal style.

Fans can expect his first-ever solo arena tour, covering the UK, USA, Mexico, and South America, marking the most active year since his One Direction days.

Beyond music, Malik is venturing into Netflix projects, including a US road trip docuseries with Louis Tomlinson and a Vegas residency film. His fashion influence continues, with hints of capsule collections tied to his tour aesthetic. From innovative sounds to global tours and screen appearances, 2026 promises Zayn at his most dynamic and multifaceted yet.

What are your thoughts on Zayn opening up about love while embracing his future? Let us know in the comments.

Written by

Shraddha Priyadarshi

Edited by

Aliza Siddiqui