The band, Aur, expressed their excitement about working with Zayn Malik in Urdu. Bandmate Raffey Anwar mentioned that their audience has expanded beyond Pakistan, reaching people in the UK, Brazil, China, and more. They are pleased with the positive response, especially since their collaboration with Zayn Malik on a remake of their hit song “Tu Hai Kahan.”
The original song had over 100 million views, and the remake is quickly gaining popularity with more than eight million views. The collaboration came about through discussions between Malik’s and Aur’s management. The bandmates, hailing from Karachi, were surprised when they learned about the collaboration, and even their friends and family couldn’t believe it.
Fans were excited that Zayn Malik, born in Bradford, is fluent in Urdu. Malik expressed feeling “incredibly humbled” when Aur approached him. He added that he loves the song and has infused some of his own style into it.
Aur’s music combines R&B and hip-hop elements, and the band members—Usama Ali, Ahad Khan, and Raffey Anwar—were already popular in South Asia. Working with Malik and gaining global audiences is a dream come true for them.
Back in Pakistan, the bandmates are receiving a lot of attention. Khan mentioned that their friends and family went “crazy” when they heard about the partnership. Anwar added that people instantly recognize them when they go out, and the reaction from friends and the entire country has been overwhelmingly positive.
Zayn Malik, 31, was born in the UK, and his father is a Pakistani immigrant. His music career started in 2010 as part of One Direction. The Tu Hai Kahan remake has garnered attention among Urdu-speaking fans, with one calling it a “gift for his fellow Pakistanis.” Aur praised Malik, describing him as “so down to earth” and “humble.”
Looking ahead, the bandmates revealed their desire to collaborate with artists like 21 Savage, Drake, and The Weeknd. They are open to working with anyone and are enthusiastic about future possibilities.