Michael, a film chronicling the remarkable life of one of the most legendary entertainers, Michael Jackson, is set to hit cinemas later this month.
The cast features Jafaar Jackson portraying Michael Jackson, Nia Long as Katherine Jackson, Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, and Juliano Krue Valdi as the young Michael Jackson.
Miles Teller takes on the role of John Branca (Manager), while Laura Harrier plays Suzanne de Passe. Kat Graham appears as Diana Ross, and Larenz Tate portrays Berry Gordy.
The movie explores Jackson’s journey and rise to fame alongside his brothers, mentored by their father and cared for by their mother.
With a production budget exceeding $155 million, every effort has been made to capture the grand scope of Michael’s life and his star quality, from meticulous attention to his iconic outfits to the vast audiences he drew as a performer.
This film directed by Antoine Fuqua will premiere in theaters on 24 April. In South Africa, audiences can catch it at Ster Kinekor and CineCentre cinema chains.
Nephew Jaafar Jackson steps into the role of Michael
Although this marks his debut in film, Jermain Jackson’s 29-year-old son is honored with the role of portraying the King of Pop, making him uniquely qualified due to their familial connection.
Jafaar Jackson was only 13 when his iconic uncle, Michael Jackson, passed away on 25 June 2009.
The aspiring actor, dancer, and singer is not new to the entertainment world, having debuted his first single Got Me Singing in 2019 at the age of 23.
He is one of eight siblings, with Jermajesty Jermaine Jackson being his only full sibling.
His father has five additional children: Jermaine LaJuane “Jay” Jackson Jr., Autumn Joi, Jaimy, Jeremy Maldonado, and Jourdynn Michael.
On his mother’s side, he is half-sibling to Genevieve Jackson and Randy Jackson Jr., who are also his cousins, stemming from his mother’s relationship with his uncle, Randy Jackson.
