Los Angeles, Aug. 7 -- Lionsgate is moving ahead with the sequel to its blockbuster 'Michael', with production expected to begin towards the end of 2026 or in early 2027 and the film targeting a release by the end of 2027 or in the first half of 2028, according to Variety.

The studio hopes to begin production in late 2026 or early 2027, Lionsgate's motion picture chief Adam Fogelson said, with the hopes of releasing the final product at the end of next year or in the first half of 2028, as per the outlet.

Although the studio has not yet officially greenlit the sequel, the first film concluded with the words, "His Story Continues," signalling that the story of the King of Pop will continue on the big screen.

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