Hyderabad, April 27 -- The much-awaited biopic Michael, based on the life of the King of Pop Michael Jackson, hit theatres on April 24, 2026, and made a massive impact at the box office. Despite mixed to negative reviews, the film opened to a record-breaking Rs 2,045.66 crore (217 million USD) worldwide, making it the biggest opening ever for a biopic and setting a new benchmark in Hollywood.

Who is Jaafar Jackson?

Jaafar Jackson is the man playing Michael Jackson in the film, and he is not just an actor but also a member of the legendary Jackson family. He is the son of Jermaine Jackson, one of the original members of The Jackson 5. This makes Jaafar the real-life nephew of Michael Jackson.

Born in 1996, Jaafar grew up surrounded by m...