The death of the King Of Pop, Michael Jackson rocked the world. People were shocked and mourned for years for one of the biggest losses in the world of music. The legend was widely known for his contribution to the world of music, dance, and fashion.

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Michael Jackson

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The Equalizer director Antoine Fuqua has announced the official release date for his magnum opus project, Michael, a biopic based on the King of Pop Michael Jackson.

Michael Jackson’s Biopic Gets A Universal Release Date

According to Deadline, the upcoming biopic based on Michael Jackson’s life is set for a global theatrical release on April 18, 2025. With Graham King along with John McClain and John Branca behind the production of the biopic, it is expected to be a blockbuster. Graham King was the brain behind Rami Malek’s Oscar-winning movie Bohemian Rhapsody. 

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According to Lionsgate, the biopic will feature the different aspects of Michael Jackson’s life. The production of the movie is executed along with the late legend’s estate, which stood by him like a rock during one of the worst times of his life. The estate defended Michael Jackson when he was accused of se*ually abusing kids during the 90s.

Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson

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According to the official synopsis of the biopic-

“Michael will bring audiences a riveting and honest portrayal of the brilliant yet complicated man who became the King of Pop. The film presents his triumphs and tragedies on an epic, cinematic scale — from his human side and personal struggles to his undeniable creative genius, exemplified by his most iconic performances. As never before, audiences will experience an inside look into one of the most influential, trailblazing artists the world has ever known.” 

Michael Jackson’s nephew would be portraying his character in the biopic due to his striking resemblance to the reputed singer and philanthropist.

MJ’s Nephew Jaafar Jackson Will Play The Rockstar In The Biopic

Michael Jackson’s upcoming biopic is more of a family affair, as his nephew Jaafar Jackson will be seen playing his character. During an interview with the media outlet Entertainment Weekly in August 2023, Antoine Fuqua spoke about his magnum opus project Michael, and why he went ahead with Jaafar Jackson, Michael Jackson’s nephew for the biopic. He said-

“It’s uncanny how much he’s like Michael. Sounds like him, dances like him, sings. It’s really uncanny. Graham King, who is a fantastic producer, found him and introduced him to me, and I was blown away.”

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Denzel Washington and Antoine Fuqua during the making of Equalizer

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While talking about his approach to directing the biopic, he said-

“Just to tell the facts as we know it, about the artist, about the man, about the human being. You know, the good, bad, and the ugly.”

The biopic was on hold due to the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes in 2023. According to Antoine Fuqua, the biopic revolves around the controversial past of the King of Pop. Michael Jackson died in 2009 due to a cardiac arrest induced by a drug overdose.

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