For years, many people believed Bohemian Rhapsody had set an impossible standard for music biopics. The film became a global success, earned major awards, and brought a new generation of fans closer to the story of Freddie Mercury and Queen. Its box office numbers looked untouchable.
Now, that conversation is starting to change.
The recently released Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, has already generated enormous global attention and record-breaking sales.
Industry insiders, movie analysts, and fans have begun asking a question that seemed unthinkable a few years ago: could this film become the biggest music biopic ever made?
The first trailer caught huge attention from fans
A major driver of the excitement is the film’s incredible scale. It tells the story of one of the most iconic figures in history, Michael Jackson
MICHAEL JACKSON’S INFLUENCE SPANS CONTINENTS, AND HIS MUSIC CONTINUES TO CAPTIVATE MILLIONS OF PEOPLE EVEN DECADES AFTER ITS RELEASE.
Another major talking point is the casting of Jaafar Jackson. Many viewers have been surprised by how closely he resembles his uncle in both appearance and movement.
Early previews fueled even more anticipation around the project. And when it finally aired, people were stunned by Jaafar’s perfection in the role.
He so skilfully embodied his uncle that it was like Michael Jackson came alive
The critics were wrong
Of course, Bohemian Rhapsody still holds a special place in movie history. Its success proved that audiences would embrace large-scale films centered on music legends. Yet every record eventually meets a challenger.
With Michael ultimately breaking box-office records, it is clear that the film has entered the conversation with expectations unlike any other music biopic before it.
For the first time in years, people are seriously wondering whether a new king of the genre is about to take the throne.