Pakistan, May 16 -- Harry Styles is set to begin a new months-long world tour, opening with a concert in Amsterdam as he continues his evolution from boy band star to global music icon. The British singer rose to fame through One Direction before launching a highly successful solo career. His latest album has topped charts in around 20 countries.

Styles first gained attention at age 16 on The X Factor, which led to the formation of One Direction in 2010. The group sold nearly 70 million records before splitting in 2016. Since then, Styles has built a strong solo identity through albums like "Fine Line" and "Harry's House."

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