It is being said that Janet Jackson has refused to work in the new biopic. michael About his late brother.
Janet’s sister, fellow singer LaToya Jackson, made the claim while speaking at the premiere of the Antoine Fuqua-directed film Michael, which revolves around the life of Michael Jackson.
Latoya said Diversity Of her 59-year-old sibling, “I wish everyone was in the movie. (Janet) was asked and she politely declined, so you have to respect her wishes.”
michael Jafar Jackson stars as the lead character, Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson and Nia Long as Katherine Jackson.
Jessica Sula plays LaToya, while Juliano Valdi portrays the younger version of Michael.
The project, scheduled to be released in theaters on April 24, has been developed with the involvement of Michael’s estate, with Prince Jackson also executive producing, though his siblings Biggie Jackson and Paris Jackson are not involved.
Its director Antoine Fuqua addressed the approach he took in making the film, insisting that the family’s opinion was paramount, saying, “You’re telling about someone’s life – you want to make sure they’re happy.”
But Paris Jackson has publicly criticized the film in a video shared on social media.
He said, “The film appeals to a very specific section of my father’s fans who still live in imagination. And they will be happy with it.”
Antoine also spoke about Janet’s absence, saying: “I have a lot of respect and love for Janet, but you know that’s OK. She supports Jafar and that’s what matters.”
LaToya also praised Jafar’s performance in the film, saying, “Oh my God, I have to tell you, Jafar was absolutely fantastic. I’m sure you’ve seen the movie and you know how amazing he is, how we all forget and think we’re watching Mike. It’s like, ‘Oh, I forgot it’s Jafar.'”
