Zayn Malik has once again proven the strength of his friendships and the influence of his loyal fanbase, affectionately known as the Zquad. On Wednesday, June 25, the globally renowned singer and former One Direction member took to his Instagram Stories to show support for a close friend’s creative endeavor.
Zayn Malik reposted a clip from Room20, a visually captivating animated short film directed by his friend Anthony Riach. Alongside the clip, Zayn shared a heartfelt message that read, “Congrats bro 🙌,” a gesture that instantly sent ripples across social media.
The short film Room20 follows the journey of a man venturing through mystical realms in search of self-discovery—a theme that resonates with Zayn Malik’s own artistic evolution over the years. His endorsement brought a wave of attention to the project, and within minutes, fans from around the world began flooding the post’s comments.
“Here from Zayn Malik’s story!” many fans excitedly wrote. Others chimed in with variations of “Thank you, Zayn, for bringing me here!” while one admirer perfectly summed up the atmosphere: “I have no idea what I’m watching, but it’s cool and Zayn’s proud. If Zayn’s proud, then so am I!”
Several users admitted they hadn’t heard of the project prior to Zayn Malik’s post, but his involvement was all the motivation they needed to support it. “Zayn always supports real art,” one fan added. “He has such a great eye for creativity.”
Interestingly, Zayn Malik’s endorsement came shortly after the trailer for Building the Band, a posthumous documentary featuring his late friend and former bandmate Liam Payne, was released. While Payne’s family acknowledged that project publicly, Zayn remained silent about it, choosing instead to shine a light on Room20.
This isn’t the first time Zayn Malik has used his platform to uplift independent projects and friends, and fans clearly appreciate his loyalty. His backing of Room20 not only highlights his personal connection but also shows the powerful influence he continues to hold in the entertainment world—even with just a single Instagram Story.