The highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, has completed its first four days at the Indian box office, showing a steady performance despite the inevitable “Monday blues.” After an impressive opening weekend, the film has now pushed its total collection past the ₹18 crore mark in India.
The film, which features Jaafar Jackson—Michael Jackson’s real-life nephew—in the title role, has benefitted from strong nostalgia and the pop icon’s massive legacy in the country.
As is typical for most big-ticket releases, Michael saw a drop in footfalls on its first Monday. After a robust Sunday where it earned over ₹5.30 crore, the film’s Monday numbers settled around the ₹1.80 crore to ₹2 crore range.
While the dip is noticeable, trade analysts suggest the film is holding up well, especially in metropolitan areas and the Southern circuits where Jackson’s fan base remains most concentrated. The total net collection currently stands at approximately ₹18.44 crore, with gross figures already crossing the ₹20 crore milestone.
The film’s journey so far has been characterized by a slow but steady climb:
Opening Weekend: The movie picked up significant momentum on Saturday and Sunday, driven by positive word-of-mouth and praise for Jaafar Jackson’s uncanny resemblance to his uncle.
Markets like Bengaluru, Chennai, and Kochi have reported higher-than-average occupancy compared to Northern circuits, continuing a trend often seen with musical and Hollywood productions in India.
Michael is currently competing for screen space with local releases like the Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar and Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla, yet it has managed to maintain a distinct audience.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film covers the breadth of Michael Jackson’s life, from his early days with the Jackson 5 to his rise as the “King of Pop.” Despite mixed reviews from some critics regarding the narrative’s approach, Indian audiences have largely embraced the film’s musical sequences and emotional depth.
“It isn’t just a movie; it’s an emotional experience for those who grew up with his music,” noted one theatre owner in Mumbai. “Even with the Monday dip, the evening shows are seeing decent turnout.”
With a clear runway ahead and no major Hollywood competition this coming week, Michael is expected to cross the ₹25 crore mark by the end of its first week, solidifying its status as a successful musical biopic in the Indian market. To know such
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