Zayn Mallik safeguards gal-pal Gigi Hadid at his album release

Washington : Zayn Mallik looked really protective about his girl when they stepped out for another rare couple’s appearance on March 25 night, attending the release party for his debut solo album ‘Mind of Mine’ in New York City.

When mobbed by a crowd of fans as they left her apartment earlier that day, the 23-year-old former One Direction member was seen clutching the 20-year-old model’s wrist and leading her gently, reports E! Online.

Hadid wore a sheer top that showed off a lace bralette paired with a mid-length camel coat, blue skinny jeans and white patterned booties. Malik dressed casually in a black sweatshirt.

They later changed outfits for the album release party at the iHeartRadio studios.

Malik then was dressed in a black and white printed leather jacket over a black outfit, was very protective of Gigi, who sported a red jacket over a cream top, as they walked into the venue.

The two were also seen helping a girl up after she fell on the ground, which was packed with fans waiting for him overnight.

The two hung out backstage for about 45 minutes until he began his performance. (ANI)