Michael Jackson's Resurgence Sparks Debate Ahead of Biopic Release

In a surprising turn of events, the late Michael Jackson's music is once again making waves on the charts. Just last week, his iconic hit "Thriller" reached the Billboard Hot 100's Top 10, marking the King of Pop's record-breaking achievement of having a Top 10 hit across six different decades.

Simultaneously, the trailer for the upcoming biopic "Michael" has garnered an astounding 116 million views in just 24 hours, outpacing even Taylor Swift's Eras tour preview. This level of interest suggests that moviegoers are eager to revisit Jackson's extraordinary life and career. The $150 million production promises to delve into the singer's journey from his early days with the Jackson 5 to his status as a global superstar.

However, the resurgence of Jackson's legacy is not without its challenges. It has been only six years since the release of the Netflix documentary "Leaving Neverland," which examined the claims of two men who alleged they were abused by the singer as children. This, coupled with another documentary, "Off the Wall," which explored Jackson's rise as a solo performer, has reignited the debate surrounding the singer's personal life and the accusations against him.

Despite the controversies, Jackson's estate remains committed to preserving his artistic legacy. Jeff Jampol, a consultant to the estate, believes that a biopic is the "best possible vehicle" for boosting an artist's cultural legacy, regardless of any profit or loss. The producer, Graham King, who also worked on the successful Freddie Mercury biopic "Bohemian Rhapsody," has promised to deliver a film that will captivate audiences like never before.