Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson To Have Mini One Direction Union, Former Bandmates Reunite For Netflix Road Trip Docu-Series

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a surprise that has sent One Direction fans into a frenzy, former bandmates Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson are set to reunite on screen for the first time in years. The two singers, who once shared the stage as part of the global phenomenon One Direction, will embark on a U.S. road trip documentary series for Netflix.

Zayn reunites with Louis

The as-yet-untitled series will follow Malik and Tomlinson as they travel across America, reflecting on their personal journeys, careers, and the heartbreaking loss of fellow bandmate Liam Payne, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. Payne tragically passed away last year at the age of 31, after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires. His sudden death deeply impacted Directioners worldwide and the remaining band members, making his story an emotional centerpiece of the upcoming documentary.The project will be helmed by Nicola Marsh, known for Demi Lovato: Child Star, Song Exploder, and Stay on Board: The Leo Baker Story. Production is being handled by Campfire Studios, the team behind Unknown Number: The High School Catfish and Smartless: On the Road. The series is expected to drop on Netflix in 2026, aiming to captivate One Direction fans across the globe.

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Notably, fellow bandmates Harry Styles and Niall Horan are not expected to make appearances in the series. However, the reunion of Malik and Tomlinson is significant on its own, considering their strained relationship in the past. Fans will remember the public spat in 2015, when Malik accused Tomlinson of making 'bitchy comments' online after he exited One Direction. Their fallout coincided with the band’s eventual split, leaving many fans wondering if they would ever reconcile.ALSO READ: Zayn Malik Seen Leaving Concert With Former One Direction Member Louis Tomlinson; Internet Goes, 'Zouis Forever'In recent months, though, signs of reconciliation have been clear. Tomlinson was spotted at Malik’s concert, followed by the two being seen together at an outing. When asked about speculation of a collaboration, Tomlinson teased: “I heard that. I thought that was pretty interesting, yeah … Pretty astute. I suppose they’ll just have to wait and see.”Meanwhile, Zayn Malik has also been keeping busy, recently announcing a Las Vegas residency for next year, marking one of his biggest live commitments since leaving the band. While this documentary is not a full-fledged One Direction reunion, it is undoubtedly a milestone moment for fans who have long hoped to see the members together again.