Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher reminisced about the time he met Michael Jackson during the singer’s visit to India in 1996. Anupam shared a photo on Instagram showing the moment he shook hands with the late King of Pop, expressing how the fan in him completely took over during that encounter. Describing it as surreal and magical, Anupam emphasized that Michael Jackson was not just an artist but an extraordinary experience that may never be witnessed again.
Anupam reflected on the uniqueness of Michael Jackson, stating that his art, innocence, and genius touched millions of lives and that he was truly a one-of-a-kind phenomenon. Despite acknowledging negativity surrounding Jackson, Anupam highlighted the singer’s greatness that transcends such criticisms, referring to him as a gift to humanity who will always be remembered as an exceptional talent.
The heartfelt note from Anupam coincided with the release of a biopic on Michael Jackson directed by Antoine Fuqua. The film chronicles Jackson’s journey from his early days with the Jackson 5 in the 1960s to the Bad tour in the 1980s. In the biopic, Jackson is portrayed by his nephew Jaafar Jackson and as a child by Juliano Krue Valdi, both making their debut in the film industry. The movie also features a supporting cast including Nia Long, Juliano Valdi, KeiLyn Durrel Jones, Laura Harrier, Jessica Sula, Mike Myers, Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo.
