Louis Tomlinson And Zayn Malik may not be on good terms, and fans are starting to notice. The old One direction The group’s members are fueling feud speculation after Tomlinson seemingly “unfollowed” Malik on Instagram, adding weight to recent reports of a serious argument. If Louis Tomlinson no longer follows Zayn Malik, the “Pillowtalk” singer still seems to follow him, at least for the moment.
The move on social media follows shocking claims that the two men were involved in a physical altercation that left Tomlinson injured. According to Page Six, the situation escalated while the two were filming a three-part Netflix docuseries together, eventually becoming physical.
“It escalated into an argument and then Zayn made a remark about Louis’ mother, Johannah. [Deakin]”, sources said. “Louis was stunned and in shock. As he was about to move, Zayn then attacked him. Zayn punched him straight in the face. Because he wore rings, Louis cut off his head.
The alleged fight didn’t end there. “He was taken away and Louis was taken for medical treatment. He had a concussion,” the source said. “It happened outside, in front of so many people. It was shocking.” The reported comment about Tomlinson’s late mother, Johannah Deakin, who died of leukemia in 2016, was reportedly the breaking point.
Reports of a heated clash between Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik began circulating in December 2025, just months after the announcement of their three-part Netflix docuseries, with insiders sharing a similar version of events at the time.
New details emerge as timeline of alleged fight resurfaces
The resurfaced claims come as Malik was also dealing with a separate health issue that forced him to step back from public appearances.
“To my fans, thank you all for your love and support now and always, it’s been a long week and I’m still recovering unexpectedly,” Malik wrote via Instagram Stories while sharing a photo from a hospital bed. “Heartbroken at not being able to see you this week, I wouldn’t be where I am today without you and I’m so grateful for your understanding.”
Without revealing the cause of his hospitalization, Malik took a moment to thank the medical team caring for him. “Thank you to the incredible hospital staff of doctors, nurses, cardiologists, management, administrators and everyone who helped throughout the process and continue to do so,” he added. “You are all legends! Big big love xx z”
Netflix project on ice as fallout between Tomlinson and Malik intensifies
Sources say the aftermath also had major professional consequences. The two have reportedly not spoken to each other in the six months since the incident, and their planned Netflix docuseries has now been put on hold.
The project, first announced in October with a release planned for 2026, was set to follow the pair on a road trip across the United States, where they would reflect on their time in One Direction, including memories of their late bandmate. Liam Payne.
Liam Payne’s death casts shadow over band’s future
The stalled project also comes in the wake of a heartbreaking loss that still weighs on the former members of One Direction.
Liam Payne died in October 2024 after falling from the third floor of his hotel room at the CasaSur Palermo hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Toxicology results later revealed that several substances were present in his system at the time, including cocaine, crack and benzodiazepines.
In a moment of emotion, Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson, Niall HoranAnd Harry Styles reunited for Payne’s funeral in the United Kingdom, marking a rare public gathering of the group. The loss was particularly devastating as reports suggested the band were discussing a possible reunion before Payne’s death at just 31 years old.
Project’s future remains uncertain amid ongoing tensions with Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik
While tensions between Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik are still reportedly unresolved, the future of their project remains up in the air.
While communication between the two seems non-existent and the fallout continues to linger, it’s unclear if the docuseries will ever move forward or if this chapter of their story has ended for good.