Jaafar Jackson’s portrayal of his uncle Michael Jackson has helped ‘Michael’ become the first biopic to cross the $1 billion mark worldwide.​Image credit (Instagram)
The biopic ‘Michael’ starring Jaafar Jackson in his debut as his real-life uncle Michael Jackson is now set to surpass $1 billion in global ticket sales, becoming the first biopic to reach the coveted box office milestone. Since its theatrical release in April, the film has broken several records and continues to show the appeal of one of popular music’s most iconic figures.According to Variety, ‘Michael’ has generated $629.8 million in overseas revenue and $371.8 million domestically, bringing its global total to $1.001 billion.
Director Antoine Fuqua’s reaction to the milestone
Director Antoine Fuqua reflected on the historic achievement, stating, “Reaching this extraordinary $1 billion milestone with ‘Michael’ is a deeply humbling moment that celebrates the tireless dedication of our incredible producers, cast, crew and partners. This achievement belongs to everyone who came together with a shared vision to honour one of the greatest artists the world has ever known. I am profoundly grateful to the audiences around the globe who embraced this film, showed up in theatres, and connected with this story across generations and cultures. This historic milestone is a testament to the enduring power of cinema to bring us together, and it is a chapter in movie history I will never forget,” according to the outlet. This achievement is remarkable, considering the behind-the-scenes drama surrounding the production as well as the critical reception that was not universally positive.
