Former One Direction member, Zayn Malik, has responded to allegations that he hit his girlfriend Gigi Hadid's mother, Yolanda Hadid. The claim emerged after a video surfaced on social media, showing Zayn appearing to engage in a physical altercation with a woman who bears a resemblance to Yolanda. However, Zayn took to Twitter to address the rumors, denying any involvement in the incident and setting the record straight.

In the video, which was captured by a paparazzo, Zayn can be seen outside a building alongside Gigi and her mother. As the three of them try to walk past a group of photographers and fans, the situation becomes chaotic.

The video shows a woman in a white coat, who bears a resemblance to Yolanda, stepping forward and shouting at Zayn. He appears to try to avoid the confrontation, moving away from the woman while keeping his hands in his pockets. However, the woman continues to shout at him and eventually strikes Zayn on the shoulder.

Rumors quickly spread that Zayn had hit Gigi's mother, causing outrage among fans and the media. However, Zayn took to his Twitter account to clarify the situation and defend himself against the false allegations.

He tweeted, "To be clear, I didn't 'assault' anyone, I had fans throwing things on the car and made contact with my face. I stopped and got out of the car because I wanted to confront the situation and chat to the fans, that's what really happened."

Zayn's tweet reassured his fans that the incident involved unruly fans and not any violent behavior on his part. He emphasized that he has always respected Gigi's family and would never harm anyone, especially her mother. The singer also expressed his frustration with the media, accusing them of twisting the truth to create controversy.

The altercation occurred in New York City, where both Zayn and Gigi reside.

The couple has been in a high-profile relationship since 2015 and welcomed their first child together, a daughter named Khai, in September 2020. While they have occasionally faced rumors and controversies throughout their relationship, they have always maintained a strong bond and support each other publicly.

Zayn's response to the allegations showcases his commitment to setting the record straight and protecting his reputation. By directly addressing the incident on social media, he aimed to alleviate any concerns among his fans and maintain transparency about the situation. With this statement, Zayn hopes to put an end to the rumors and focus on his personal life and career moving forward.