Former One Direction star Zayn Malik has thanked his fans for their support as he shared an image of himself in hospital.
The solo artist is due to embark on a worldwide tour, which will see him perform in Manchester on May 12 before travelling to other UK cities and beyond.
He is also due to perform in New York city on Monday, according to his website.
Malik, who quit One Direction in 2015, did not disclose what was wrong with him – but the photo on his Instagram stories showed him lying in a bed in a hospital gown, hooked up to various machines and monitors.
"To my fans. Thank you to all of you for your love and support now and always – been a long week and am still unexpectedly recovering," he wrote.
"Heartbroken that I can't see you all this week, I wouldn't be in the place I am today without you guys and am so thankful for your understanding."
He thanked all the "incredible hospital staff" who had looked after him, including doctors, nurses and cardiologists.
Malik added: "You are all legends! Big big love."
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