Former One Direction star Zayn Malik has sent fans into a frenzy by hinting at a series of Las Vegas concerts set to begin in the New Year. The 32-year-old singer shared a cryptic set of rehearsal photos on his Instagram this week, sparking widespread excitement.
Vegas Calling: Details of the Sin City Residency
Malik posted a mysterious selfie wearing a £420 Gucci top, showcasing his neck tattoos, alongside several snaps of rehearsal equipment. A clear clue came from an amplifier cable labelled 'Zayn Malik Rehearsal Cable'. He captioned the post: 'VEGAS! I’ll see you.. soon!'
The Pillowtalk hitmaker is scheduled to perform at the prestigious Dolby Live at Park MGM venue for a seven-night stint in January 2025. The confirmed dates are January 20, 21, 24, 25, 28, 30, and 31. This prestigious residency places him alongside legendary performers like Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and Stevie Nicks, who have all graced the same stage since it opened in 2016.
A Rare Live Return and Fan Reaction
This Vegas announcement marks a significant return to the stage for Malik, following the conclusion of his Stairway To The Sky tour earlier this year. Notably, that tour was his first solo venture since leaving One Direction a decade ago in 2015. The initial 2024 tour dates were postponed following the tragic death of his former bandmate, Liam Payne, with the rescheduled North American leg concluding in March 2024.
Fans immediately flooded the comments section of his Instagram post with support and anticipation. Reactions ranged from 'You’re gonna kill it with that Vegas residency!' to 'CAN START MY COUNTDOWN' and 'Can’t wait to see you!!', highlighting the high demand to see the singer perform live.
Broader Context: One Direction Links and Reunion Speculation
The news arrives amidst persistent rumours of a One Direction reunion and renewed bonds between the former band members. It was recently reported that Zayn has been reinstated as a business director at PPM Music Limited, the company originally set up by the band. He rejoins Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall Horan as directors, a move that followed Liam Payne's untimely death in October 2023.
A source suggested that the heartbreaking loss had brought the surviving members closer together. Furthermore, speculation continues about a potential multi-million pound Netflix travel show featuring Zayn and Louis Tomlinson, which would involve discussions about their lives and memories, likely including reflections on Liam.
Zayn's relationship with his former bandmates became strained after his dramatic 2015 exit, with the singer later admitting the group had grown 'sick of each other'. However, recent years have seen a thaw, exemplified by Zayn giving a shoutout to Louis after he attended a Los Angeles concert earlier this year.
As Zayn Malik prepares for his dazzling Las Vegas debut, the move solidifies his solo career while fans worldwide watch closely for any further developments in the ongoing One Direction story.
