One Direction have sparked concern among fans after they were pictured smoking roll-up cigarettes.
Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson were seen puffing away as they enjoyed a boat ride during a trip to Miami earlier this week.
And while there is no evidence the boys were dabbling in anything illegal, fans speculated that Zayn and Louis were perhaps smoking a cannabis joint.
Hundreds of fans of the boyband commented on the images, published widely on U.S. websites, with many expressing anxiety.
One wrote: 'I hope it's a rumour about you and Zayn smoking weed. I respect you guys so much, but it tears me down.'
Another added: 'My reaction to Zayn and Louis apparently “Smoking Pot” #Disappointed #Upset #SayNoToDrugs.'
While Louis and Zayn were the only two pictured smoking the cigarettes, bandmates Harry Styles, Niall Horan and Liam Payne were also seen on the deck of the boat.
A spokesperson declined to comment when contacted by MailOnline. There is no evidence that the band were in fact smoking drugs.
Last summer Zayn quit Twitter after he was targeted by people accusing him of smoking cannabis.
He said at the time: 'Don’t worry about me, im fine. i just deleted my account because of all the hate i was getting just by tweeting something simple.
'And all the rumours of me smoking weed and cheating. i dont need to read any of that negativity.'
Earlier this year, former Boyzone singer Shane Lynch warned One Direction about the downsides of being famous, and told them to stay away from drugs.
He said: 'A drink is a drink and if you can stick to a drink, then fair enough. But if you get sucked into a world of drugs then who knows, you have to go through that to find out.'
One Direction are currently in the middle of the North American leg of their Take Me Home tour, and will be performing in Miami on Friday night.
Prior to their Sunrise, Florida gig on Thursday night, One Direction were seen at a Miami studio where they shot a short film ahead of the release of their fragrance.
Clearly enjoying the sunshine, the boys looked in good spirits as they smiled and waved to the fans eagerly awaiting their chance to catch a glimpse of the group.
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