AUR’s collaboration with Zayn Malik takes world by storm

During the interview, Rashid acknowledged the magnitude of their collaboration, affirming, “You have collaborated with one of the biggest music stars on the planet.”

Anwar disclosed that Malik had reached out to them after their song gained traction in India, expressing his admiration for their work. Khan added, “The people from Sony told us that we are going to do a collaboration. Without even thinking, my first reaction was, ‘I hope it’s with Zayn.’ I didn’t know that it was actually going to happen.”

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The band members, though, struggled to realise at first that their music has worldwide influence. Anwar recounted, “We continuously pestered our management for three days just to confirm that this was indeed unfolding.”

Khan said they did not believe that they were indeed speaking with Zayn Malik, “We believed it (his voice) might be AI-generated. We also thought, ‘Mazaak horaha hai hamare sath’ (we are being played with).”

Rashid also highlighted speculations on social media suggesting that the AUR boys had familial ties with Malik. Anwar further said, “People keep messaging us, asking us to get them a birthday wish from Zayn Malik.”

When probed about their friends and family’s reactions to the success of their song, Ali shared, “They really like it.” Khan emphasised, “They feel proud.” Anwar revealed that his mother is actively involved in keeping him informed about ongoing developments, underscoring the unwavering support from their close circles.

Rashid, with a dash of humour, pointed out that the newfound fame might have increased attention from previously ‘disinterested parties’ (read girls). The band members laughed in agreement.

Reacting to the interview, one social media user wrote, “I’m so happy this collab happened because now I got introduced to AUR!!! They seem so humble and down to Earth and I love their support for Zayn!!! They killed it!!! Zayn killed it!!! This song is beautiful!!!”

Another added, “One of the biggest music star on the Planet.” A third said, “Love this collab.”

A fourth concluded, “These kids are so humble and bowled over by getting to work w Zayn. yassss. 🔥🔥Song is fire. Aur is so cute and Zayn Malik is A GOD.”