See Michael Jackson’s Nephew Playing The King Of Pop In First Trailer For Controversial Biopic!

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Jaafar Jackson is stepping into Thrilling shoes!

On Thursday, Lionsgate debuted the first trailer for the controversial upcoming Michael Jackson biopic Michael, which sees the King of Pop’s 29-year-old nephew Jaafar playing the titular role! And the resemblance is UNCANNY! Watch the trailer for the Antoine Fuqua-directed film, which also stars Nia Long, Miles Teller, Colman Domingo, Laura Harrier, and Juliano Krue Valdi as young Michael (below):

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Here are some highlights of Jaafar as MJ!

Jaafar Jackson as uncle Michael Jackson in new biopic
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Jaafar Jackson as uncle Michael Jackson in new biopic
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Jaafar Jackson as uncle Michael Jackson in new biopic
(c) Lionsgate/YouTube
Jaafar Jackson as uncle Michael Jackson in new biopic
(c) Lionsgate/YouTube
Jaafar Jackson as uncle Michael Jackson in new biopic
(c) Lionsgate/YouTube

And here’s the real star:

Michael Jackson Biopic Movie
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The Jackson genes are STRONG!

As we’ve been following, controversy has surrounded the film as the Jackson estate decides what should and shouldn’t be represented on screen… It’s certainly a fine line to walk given all Michael’s controversies. Recently, the Beat It singer’s daughter Paris Jackson denied having ANY involvement in the film. She claimed her thoughts on what she felt was “​​dishonest / didn’t sit right with” her in the script were ignored.

Where is YOUR anticipation for this upcoming film, Perezcious readers? Let us know in the comments down below!

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