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Africa-Press – Mauritius. <\/strong><\/span>Jaafar Jackson, the nephew of Michael Jackson, is playing his pop legend uncle in an upcoming biopic titled Michael. Jaafar teased on Friday that the filming for the biopic is set to start today, writing on Instagram, \u201cThe Journey Starts Monday.<\/p>\n

\u201d The 27-year-old also posted a black and white pic of himself dressed as Michael, doing the singer\u2019s iconic toe stand.<\/p>\n

The image was taken by Jafaar\u2019s half-brother, Jourdynn. The official Michael Jackson Instagram account also posted the pic with the caption, \u201cHe\u2019s ready!\u201d<\/p>\n

Lionsgate and Universal Pictures International confirmed earlier this month that principal photography for the film was scheduled to start on 22 January, according to E!.<\/p>\n

Jaafar previously posted a picture of himself dressed as Michael on 30 January 2023, with the caption, \u201cI\u2019m humbled and honoured to bring my Uncle Michael\u2019s story to life.<\/p>\n

To all the fans all over the world, I\u2019ll see you soon. \u201d The 9-year-old actor Juliano Krue Valdi will also portray a young Michael Jackson in the film.<\/p>\n

\u201cValdi will play the young Michael Jackson as he and his brothers rise to fame as the Jackson 5,\u201d Lionsgate shared in a press release. The biopic is set to come out on 18 April 2025, according to USA Today.<\/p>\n

A description from Lionsgate stated that the film presents the singer\u2019s \u201ctriumphs and tragedies on an epic, cinematic scale \u2013 from his human side and personal struggles to his undeniable creative genius, captured by his most iconic performances.\u201d<\/p>\n

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