The much-awaited biographical drama Michael is making waves at the box office. While Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2 had been dominating the Indian market since its release on March 19, the film has now found a strong competitor in Michael. Released on April 24, 2026, the movie has already managed to outperform Dhurandhar 2 on Sunday collections.

Michael Box Office Collection Day 3

According to early estimates by Sacknilk, Michael has completed three successful days at the Indian box office. The film opened strongly and continued its steady run over the weekend.

• Day 0 (Paid Previews): ₹1.70 crore
• Day 1: ₹3.70 crore
• Day 2: ₹5.10 crore
• Day 3 (Sunday): ₹4.87 crore (so far)

With this, the film’s total India net collection has reached ₹15.10 crore, while the gross India collection stands at ₹18.03 crore.

Beats Dhurandhar 2 on Sunday

On Sunday alone, Michael earned ₹4.60 crore, surpassing Dhurandhar 2, which collected ₹2.75 crore (early figures). This marks a major shift at the Indian box office after weeks of Dhurandhar 2 dominance.

Global Box Office Sensation

Not just India, Michael is creating magic worldwide. The film has reportedly crossed a massive ₹1,700 crore globally, making it one of the biggest worldwide hits of the year.

About the Film Michael

Michael is a 2026 American biographical film directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan. The movie showcases the incredible journey of legendary singer Michael Jackson, starting from his early days with the Jackson 5 in the 1960s to his iconic Bad Tour in the late 1980s. The lead role is played by Jaafar Jackson, Michael Jackson’s real-life nephew, while Juliano Krue Valdi portrays the younger version of the superstar. The supporting cast features Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Mike Myers, Miles Teller, Colman Domingo, and others. With strong word of mouth, impressive collections, and worldwide craze, Michael is proving to be more than just a biopic—it’s a global box office phenomenon.