Jaafar Jackson’s Michael Moonwalks Past Rs 50 Crore in India — And It’s Just Getting Started
Let’s be honest — nobody had Rs 75 crore written down on their prediction slips for a Michael Jackson biopic in India. Yet here we are, watching Jaafar Jackson — MJ’s own nephew, no less — absolutely captivate Indian audiences as the film crosses Rs 50.25 crore gross in just 13 days. That’s not a fluke; that’s a phenomenon.
What makes this even more fascinating is the context. Michael joins Project Hail Mary and The Mummy as Hollywood HITs in India this year, and none of them are your typical Marvel-or-bust blockbusters. Indian audiences are clearly evolving, responding to compelling storytelling and emotional music — something Michael delivers in abundance.
For our desi community globally, there’s also something poetic about watching a family member honour MJ’s legacy on screen. The Jackson connection feels personal, and that emotion is translating directly into ticket sales.
With a strong third weekend likely ahead, Rs 75 crore seems very achievable. But here’s the real question — could Michael actually push past that ceiling and surprise us all?
