Interestingly, speculation is swirling around Allu Arjun after reports claimed he attended a special screening of ‘Michael’.
The biographical drama stars Jaafar Jackson as his late uncle, Michael Jackson.Hyderabad screening of ‘Michael’
A photo showing Allu Arjun inside a theatre is now circulating widely online. Social media users claim he was watching the film during an early screening.According to Republic World reports, the screening took place in Hyderabad on April 23. It was allegedly hosted at Allu Arjun’s own theatre chain, Allu Cinemas. Reports from the same portal suggested that the ‘Raaka’ actor was present at the venue.Images show him seated alone in the top row of the auditorium. He appears dressed in an all-white outfit. The setting looks like a private or special screening event. However, there has been no official confirmation from the actor or his team.Authenticity of images
The authenticity of the images remains unclear. The visuals have not been independently verified. There is also a possibility that they may be AI-altered. Some users believe the images could even be from an older screening.
Sandeep Reddy Vanga shares biopic dream
Meanwhile, filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga recently spoke about his interest in making a biopic on Michael Jackson. During a 2024 interaction with Baradwaj Rangan on Galatta Plus, he shared his thoughts.“I want to do a biopic someday. I would like to direct the biopic of Michael Jackson. But the question is, who will play him, who will be the actor? But if you get an actor, you can pitch it to Hollywood and you can make it in English. He led a very interesting life, right from his childhood to his schooling and how he changed his skin colour and all. It’s a great journey and a great story. But who would be the right actor, that’s the question.
That will be a dream and everybody will buy the ticket. Whoever directs it, I would buy the tickets and watch it because I want to know.”Reports have also indicated that he was considering Allu Arjun for the lead role in such a project.
ETimes rated the film 2.5 out of 5 stars. The review stated, “The film’s highlight is undoubtedly its lead and MJ’s nephew (his brother and band’s bassist Jermaine’s son), Jaafar Jackson. From the dance moves and the moonwalk to his gait, voice, smile, and expressions, everything is pitch-perfect. Equally impressive is Juliano Valdi, who plays a young Michael and gets the nuances right. Colman Domingo as the belt-brandishing, ruthless father deserves mention. Nia Long as his mother Katherine, KeiLyn Durrel Jones as his security and best friend, and Miles Teller his attorney John Branca, deliver solid turns, too.”
