Rajpal Yadav has expressed his admiration for the Michael Jackson biopic, starring Jaafar Jackson, after watching the film. The actor, known for his role in Bhool Bhulaiyaa, shared his appreciation on Instagram, highlighting a moment that left him impressed. He discovered that Michael Jackson was a fan of British silent-era actor and comedian Charlie Chaplin, which brought comfort to his heart.
Rajpal Yadav recreated Michael Jackson's signature style in his Instagram post, complete with a Jackson-inspired top hat and a moonwalk. He congratulated the Jackson family and the entire team for creating a commendable film.
The biopic, directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan, chronicles the journey of Michael Jackson with the Jackson 5 in the 1960s, through major tours like the Bad Tour in the 1980s and the Victory Tour. It has completed its first week in theatres with a steady box office run, collecting ₹2.50 crore on its seventh day and taking its total India gross to ₹31.19 crore.
Despite facing strong competition from Bollywood releases, the Hollywood biopic has maintained a consistent performance, highlighting its appeal among Indian audiences.
