Zayn Malik heading down same tragic path as Liam Payne?

Zayn Malik has sparked serious concerns about his health after he was forced to step back from public appearances.

Due to an undisclosed health issue, Malik canceled a scheduled appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, sparking comparisons to the late Liam Payne.

While details about his condition remains unclear, insiders have described it as a "challenging" period for him.

A source told Radar Online, "He's definitely facing some challenging health struggles right now. It's been a tough period for him, but he's staying focused on his recovery. He's not giving up and is committed to getting better, even though it's going to take some time."

Furthermore, the former One Direction singer is said to be planning to consult the "best cardiologist in the world" following his hospitalization.

It is pertinent to mention that Liam Payne's sudden death left Zayn Malik and others in shock, with the Pillow Talk singer taking brief pause from his tour to process the loss.

While he returned to the stage later and paid tribute to his late bandmate, Malik's latest health has drawn parallels with Payne's ultimate passing.

The source told the outlet, "After everything that happened with Liam, people are naturally concerned."

"They've all been through a lot, and the industry is a lot to bear, especially for someone like Zayn, who has always been known for his introspective nature," they added.

Notably, fans have also expressed concern for Zayn Malik's health with one writing, "We just want him to be okay. First Liam, and now this."

"We can't lose another one," another added.