What’s the Buzz Around the Michael Jackson Biopic? Box Office Insights Revealed!
Global Premiere of Michael
Michael, a highly anticipated film of the year, made its global debut in theaters on April 24. The story of the legendary Michael Jackson is brought to life by his nephew, Jaafar Jackson, offering a fresh perspective for fans of the late star. Following successful preview screenings worldwide, this musical biopic received mixed reviews from critics. However, the enthusiasm from Jackson's fanbase remained strong, as reflected in its box office performance. The Michael phenomenon also reached Indian audiences, where it managed to draw viewers despite facing tough competition from Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla. Here’s a look at its box office performance in India.
Michael's Box Office Performance in India
Michael India Box Office Collection
Michael earned an estimated Rs 2.30 crore net in India on its sixth day. The film was screened in 2,722 shows, and the latest figures brought its total net collection in India to Rs 23.45 crore, with a gross collection of Rs 28.07 crore. The film opened with Rs 5.40 crore and saw growth over its opening weekend, earning Rs 5.25 crore on Saturday and Rs 5.85 crore on Sunday. However, weekday collections saw a dip, with the film earning Rs 2.25 crore on its first Monday.
| Michael Box Office Day | Michael India Box Office Collection |
| Michael India Box Office Collection Day 0 | Rs 1.70 crore |
| Michael India Box Office Collection Day 1 | Rs 3.70 crore |
| Michael India Box Office Collection Day 2 | Rs 5.25 crore |
| Michael India Box Office Collection Day 3 | Rs 5.85 crore |
| Michael India Box Office Collection Day 4 | Rs 2.25 crore |
| Michael India Box Office Collection Day 5 | Rs 2.40 crore |
| Michael India Box Office Collection Day 6 | Rs 2.30 crore |
| Michael Total India Box Office Collection | Rs 23.45 crore |
The coming days will be crucial for Michael at the Indian box office.
Global Success and Critical Reception
On a global scale, the film has surpassed the earnings of the Indian blockbuster, Dhurandhar 2.
More About Michael
The film is directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan, featuring a talented cast that includes Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, Nia Long as Katherine Jackson, Miles Teller as John Branca, and Juliano Valdi as Young Michael. Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics and a modest rating on Rotten Tomatoes, fans argue that the film should be viewed as a tribute to the iconic pop star rather than subjected to strict scrutiny. Additionally, the film has faced backlash for its handling of sensitive topics related to Jackson, notably omitting the allegations against him.
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