Before they became solo stars, Harry Styles, Niall Horan, and their One Direction bandmates shaped an era of pop music with sold-out tours and chart-topping hits. Their story was more than just music; it was about a generation growing alongside them. Years after the band went their separate ways, their legacy remains intact, making any new project concerning them a moment of intrigue. Now, with Netflix gearing up to release a new road trip documentary reportedly featuring a couple of 1D stars, fans are eager to know: will the two aforementioned names appear in the offering?

A few One Direction members have signed a multi-million-pound deal with the streamer, but are Harry Styles and Niall Horan, two of the most successful soloists from the now-defunct pop band, among them?

According to The Sun, Netflix's upcoming documentary will be fronted by Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson; therefore, Harry Styles and Niall Horan will not appear in the effort to explore One Direction’s legacy. However, the saga will not leave Styles and Horan out of the conversation entirely, as Malik and Tomlinson are expected to speak about their life as bandmates and the group’s shared history. The documentary will see the two going on a road trip, traveling across the USA.

One Direction’s late member Liam Payne, who recently had his own posthumous Netflix outing, is also expected to be remembered. His influence on the group and the void left by his passing will be part of the reflections shared on screen, reported The Sun. Rather than avoiding difficult memories, the documentary will confront them, adding a personal and emotional layer. With cameras reportedly rolling already, the documentary aims to balance nostalgia with poignant moments, and it will mark Zayn Malik’s first on-screen reunion with a former bandmate despite past remarks about the group’s challenges.

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It was not long ago that Zayn Malik hinted at experiencing racism, albeit not so serious, in one of his songs.

Zayn Malik’s 'Fuchsia Sea,' from his 2024 album 'Room Under the Stairs,' delivered one of his most candid reflections on his One Direction days. In the lyric, “Cause I worked hard in a white band, and they still laughed at the Asian,” he alluded to the racism he faced while in the group. Beyond its catchy melody, the song gained traction among fans because it offered a glimpse into the challenges Malik endured behind the fame, highlighting the emotional toll of being bothered.

Clearly, with Zayn Malik’s experiences at the forefront, Netflix's production will be more than a nostalgic look at One Direction’s glory days; it promises an intimate exploration of the band’s journey, including the struggles and defining moments that shaped them. Through Malik and Louis Tomlinson’s reflections, fans will gain insight into Liam Payne, Harry Styles, and Niall Horan, as well as the challenges Malik faced, including the racism he alluded to in 'Fuchsia Sea.' 

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