'Spirit' director Sandeep Reddy Vanga desired to direct Michael Jackson biopic; 'But the question is, who will play him'?
ETimes | April 24, 2026 4:39 PM CST
The Michael Jackson biographical film 'Michael' has released worldwide on April 24. Special screenings took place in select Indian theatres on Thursday and is getting mixed reviews from everywhere.
Interestingly, 'Animal' director Sandeep Reddy Vanga had earlier expressed strong interest in helming a biopic on the King of Pop. He also raised questions about finding the right actor for the iconic role.
Sandeep Reddy Vanga's interest in MJ movie
Sandeep Reddy Vanga showed keen desire to direct a Michael Jackson biopic .
In the conversation with Baradwaj Rangan on Galatta Plus in 2024, Sandeep Reddy Vanga 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.”
Allu Arjun casting buzz
Reports suggested that Sandeep Reddy Vanga considered Allu Arjun for the lead role. The idea gained attention in media circles, but further details regarding the project was not shared by the director.
Cast and crew of 'Michael'
The new film 'Michael' stars Jaafar Jackson in the titular role and Colman Domingo along with Nia Long play Michael Jackson’s parents, Joe and Katherine Jackson. Although the expectations were high, the Hollywood film is getting mixed reviews from the critics.
Interestingly, 'Animal' director Sandeep Reddy Vanga had earlier expressed strong interest in helming a biopic on the King of Pop. He also raised questions about finding the right actor for the iconic role.
Sandeep Reddy Vanga's interest in MJ movie
Sandeep Reddy Vanga showed keen desire to direct a Michael Jackson biopic .
In the conversation with Baradwaj Rangan on Galatta Plus in 2024, Sandeep Reddy Vanga 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.”
Allu Arjun casting buzz
Reports suggested that Sandeep Reddy Vanga considered Allu Arjun for the lead role. The idea gained attention in media circles, but further details regarding the project was not shared by the director.
Cast and crew of 'Michael'
The new film 'Michael' stars Jaafar Jackson in the titular role and Colman Domingo along with Nia Long play Michael Jackson’s parents, Joe and Katherine Jackson. Although the expectations were high, the Hollywood film is getting mixed reviews from the critics.
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