Zayn Malik's Brother-in-Law Set for 2027 Release

In a story that has dominated tabloids and celebrity news feeds, Martin Tiser, the brother-in-law of pop star Zayn Malik, was sentenced to four years in prison in July 2025 for his role in a county lines drug network in Bradford. The 23-year-old was convicted after a police raid on his home uncovered a significant stash of Class A drugs, including crack cocaine and heroin, with a street value of approximately £17,000. This verdict has not only cast a shadow over the Malik family but has also brought into sharp focus the harsh realities of the UK's justice system and the potential for a family to unravel under its strain.

Tiser, who married Malik's youngest sister, Safaa in 2019, was found to be a key player in a drug line known as the “Kev line.” Evidence presented in court revealed that he used his mobile phone to send out bulk text messages advertising drugs. The judge, Recorder Hawkins, acknowledged that Tiser was young but stressed that his involvement in serious drug offenses could not be overlooked. With a four-year sentence, Tiser is expected to be released from prison in mid-to-late 2027. Under UK law, individuals serving a determinate sentence are typically released halfway through for good behavior, with the remainder of their sentence served on license in the community under probation supervision. However, the UK government has recently introduced reforms that could see release dates become more dependent on a prisoner's behavior while incarcerated, meaning Tiser's exact release date could be influenced by his conduct in prison.

This raises questions about what Tiser's future holds upon his release. The long period of separation can place immense strain on a marriage, with research showing that incarceration is a significant predictor of divorce. The financial hardship faced by the family left behind, coupled with the social stigma, can create a challenging environment for a relationship to survive. With a young daughter to care for, Safaa Malik and her family face the difficult task of navigating life without Tiser and preparing for his return.

The news has added another layer to the complex narrative surrounding the Malik family, which has been under intense public scrutiny for years. Zayn Malik himself has had his own brushes with the law, including a no-contest plea to harassment charges in 2021. While Zayn's career and personal life have been widely documented, this latest development has thrust his sister's family into the unforgiving glare of the public eye. The family's public social media presence, which has often been a source of news, has been noticeably quieter on this matter. As the countdown to Tiser's potential 2027 release begins, the future of his marriage to Safaa and their young family remains uncertain, a stark example of how a single decision can have long-lasting, far-reaching consequences.