Prince Jackson has opened up about the emotional experience of watching the highly anticipated biopic Michael, which stars his cousin Jaafar Jackson in the lead role. The film, based on the life of the late pop icon Michael Jackson, has been receiving widespread praise. Members of the Jackson family have actively promoted the film, attending premieres in Los Angeles and Berlin.
Prince Jackson on Watching Jaafar Jackson in 'Michael'
In a recent conversation with ABC News, Prince Jackson spoke about the emotional journey of seeing his father's story portrayed on screen by his cousin. 'For those of us who were lucky enough to grow up with The Jackson 5 and the Jacksons, hopefully it will reinstate that feeling of nostalgia and fun and family,' the 29-year-old said.
He further shared what he hopes audiences take away from the film: 'I hope that it contextualizes the growth and the rise to stardom and the hard work and effort that my father put into his career. Overall, just being a really fun, entertaining time for children of all ages.'
About the 'Michael' Biopic
The film, which released worldwide on April 24, has opened to strong numbers at the box office. According to early reports, it has grossed around ₹12 crore in India so far, with total gross collections at approximately ₹12.36 crore and net collections at ₹10.30 crore.
Apart from Jaafar Jackson, the film also stars Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Jessica Sula, Mike Myers, Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo in key roles. The biopic traces Michael Jackson's journey to global stardom while also exploring the dynamics of the Jackson family. The film concludes around 1988 during his Bad era and hints at a possible sequel, ending with the message: 'Michael will return.'
