The biographical musical film 'Michael', starring Jaafar Jackson as the King of Pop, continues its steady performance at the Indian box office. By Day 13, the movie has amassed a gross collection of Rs 49.26 crore in India, cementing its position as one of the notable international performers in the market.
Consistent Performance Across Markets
Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the musical biopic has performed well globally. It gained traction in the United States and also saw a positive response in India. According to Sacnilk, the film’s India net collection stands at Rs 41.15 crore, with the India gross reaching Rs 49.26 crore after nearly two weeks in theatres.
Day-by-Day Box Office Breakdown
On Day 10, which was the second Sunday, the film collected Rs 4.40 crore with 1,129 shows and 30.0% occupancy. On Day 11, collections dropped to Rs 1.60 crore from 1,229 shows, with occupancy at 21.0%. Day 12 showed a slight improvement, earning Rs 1.70 crore from 1,332 shows, though occupancy fell to 12.0%. The total India net collection now stands at Rs 41.15 crore.
'Michael' Story Tracks MJ’s Rise to Stardom
The film explores the life of Michael Jackson in detail, beginning with his early years in the Jackson 5 during the 1960s. The narrative then follows his transition into a global solo icon, highlighting his journey as a singer, dancer, and performer. Known as the King of Pop, Jackson became a defining figure in global pop culture.
Critical Reception and Performances
ETimes has rated the film 2.5 out of 5 stars, pointing out both strengths and shortcomings. The review notes that while the film recreates the spectacle, it superficially touches upon Michael’s innovativeness in music writing. However, the highlight is undoubtedly Jaafar Jackson, who delivers a pitch-perfect performance in dance moves, moonwalk, gait, voice, smile, and expressions. Juliano Valdi, who plays a young Michael, also gets the nuances right. Colman Domingo as the belt-brandishing, ruthless father, Nia Long as his mother Katherine, KeiLyn Durrel Jones as his security and best friend, and Miles Teller as his attorney John Branca all deliver solid turns.
Disclaimer: The box office numbers and data in this article are compiled from public and industry sources. All figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the movie's box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or as additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.
