Michael Jackson's Nephew Jaafar Looks So Different as the King of Pop in New Biopic

Michael Jackson's Nephew Jaafar Transforms to Play King of Pop in New Biopic

Jaafar Jackson has been cast to portray his uncle, Michael Jackson, in the upcoming biopic Michael. The film will capture the legendary singer's rise to global superstardom.

Although Michael Jackson spent most of his life in the public eye, his story has never been fully explored in a major film—until now. This new biopic will showcase his journey to becoming the King of Pop, with Jaafar stepping into the lead role.

Transformation Shown in New Trailer

The recently released trailer reveals Jaafar’s striking transformation as he embodies iconic moments from Michael’s career. Scenes depict the singer’s early studio sessions, the groundbreaking "Thriller" music video, and the record-breaking "Bad" world tour of the late 1980s.

Film Production and Cast

Michael is directed by Antoine Fuqua and features a high-profile cast including Miles Teller, Colman Domingo, Nia Long, and Kat Graham.

It remains uncertain whether the biopic will tackle the controversies that affected Michael Jackson later in his life.

Author's Summary

This biopic allows Jaafar Jackson to bring his uncle Michael Jackson’s iconic legacy to life, focusing on his rise to fame with a remarkable physical and emotional transformation.

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InStyle InStyle — 2025-11-07