Michael Biopic: Jafar Jackson refreshed the memories of Michael Jackson, fans got emotional after watching the King of Pop’s biopic, waiting for April 24

News India Live, Digital Desk: A big news has come out for the crores of fans of ‘King of Pop’ Michael Jackson. After the early screening of Michael Jackson’s much-awaited biopic ‘Michael’, the first reviews have started coming in on social media. Jaafar Jackson, playing the lead role in the film, has not only surprised the critics with his acting and dance moves but has also brought tears to the eyes of the fans. This film is all set to hit the theaters on April 24, 2026. Jafar Jackson: Michael’s shadow or more than that? In the first reviews of the film, the most talked about thing is Jafar Jackson, who is the nephew of Michael Jackson in real life. Fans say that seeing Jafar on screen, it becomes difficult to differentiate whether he is the real Michael or Jafar. Dance Moves: Jafar has imitated Michael’s signature moves, especially the ‘Moonwalk’ so closely that the audience was stunned. Emotional Connect: Many fans wrote on X that some scenes of the film are so emotional that they got lost in their memories. Jafar has very well shown the innocence of Michael and the stress he was going through in his personal life. Critics have mixed opinions, but ‘Masterpiece’ for the fans. While on one hand the fans are calling it a wonderful tribute, some critics have mixed opinions. Positive aspects: The musical sequences and cinematography of the film are being praised a lot. Especially director Antoine Fuqua is being appreciated for reviving that era of the 80s. Negative side: Some critics believe that the film shows the controversial aspects of Michael Jackson’s life in a ‘safe’ manner and there is some lack of depth in the story. Its initial rating on Rotten Tomatoes has been low, but fans say that this film is for them, not for the critics. Advance booking for the release on April 24 is fast. Tremendous craze is being seen all over the world including India for the film ‘Michael’. Advance booking has started in theaters for the April 24 release. The show is reported to be housefull in premium formats like IMAX and Dolby Cinema. Fans are considering it not just a film but a true tribute to their idol. Starcast and main attraction of the film: Apart from Jafar Jackson, many veteran actors will be seen in this film directed by Antoine Fuqua: Colman Domingo: as Michael’s father Joe Jackson. Nia Long: as Michael’s mother Katherine Jackson. Miles Teller: in the role of lawyer John Branca. In the film, from the days of Jackson 5 Michael’s journey to becoming a global superstar has been brought to the big screen. On April 24, it will be interesting to see whether this biopic will be able to break all the box office records.