The long-awaited biopic “Michael” hit cinemas last week and immediately sparked divided opinion across the film industry and audiences worldwide.
Many cinema specialists have offered mixed to negative assessments, questioning aspects of the storytelling, while a large portion of viewers reacted far more positively, driving strong early engagement.
Amid that contrast, boxing star Ryan Garcia weighed in with a personal reflection on Michael Jackson.
Ryan Garcia says there may never be another Michael Jackson
Garcia, the WBC welterweight champion, took to X to share a short but pointed message about the ‘King of Pop’ following the film’s release.
“Sad that there really might not be another entertainer like Michael Jackson,” the boxer wrote, highlighting the uniqueness of the late performer.
His comment reflects a widely held view about Jackson’s lasting influence on global entertainment, which continues to shape artists across multiple generations.
Michael transformed the music industry through a rare combination of vocal ability, choreography, and visual creativity that set new standards.
His distinctive fashion choices and groundbreaking level of investment in music videos also helped redefine what it meant to be a showman.
“Michael” breaks records despite critics’ mixed reviews
Despite the divided critical response, the film has delivered a remarkable commercial performance in its opening days.
According to Variety, “Michael” generated $97 million domestically during its first weekend, alongside a global total of $217 million.
Those figures mark the strongest opening ever for a biopic, surpassing the previous benchmark set by “Straight Outta Compton” at $60 million domestically.
The box office success underlines the enduring pull of Jackson’s story, regardless of critical opinion.
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