UFC star Neil Magny adopts an active persona in the internet world. The holder of maximum wins in the welterweight division recently suffered a crushing defeat against Gilbert Burns at the recently concluded UFC 283. However, the result didn’t dampen the high-spirited fighter’s ambitions, who also sometimes finds himself taking complex stances. Moreover, the American fighter is taking some time off the Octagon as he recovers from his fight in Brazil. Besides, ‘The Haitian Sensation’ recently shared the story on his social media handle about the upcoming biopic based on the pop icon, Michael Jackson.

Notably, the 35-year-old took to Instagram to express his excitement about the upcoming project.

An elated UFC star Neil Magny with the biopic announcement

The Brooklyn-born fighter shared the story of the major announcement, which revealed that MJ’s nephew Jaafar Jackson will portray him on the screen.

Notably, Antoine Fuqua will assume the role of director for the upcoming project. And John Logan will pen down the script for the titled project, “Michael”, with Graham King coming on board as producer.

The lead, Jaafar Jackson, also took to Instagram to express his gratitude. Thus, he wrote, “I’m humbled and honored to bring my Uncle Michael’s story to life. To all the fans all over the world, I’ll see you soon.” 

How did the fans react to the announcement of the biopic?

While some fans pointed out the family connection in the upcoming biopic, others drew a parallel with the previous such projects.

One user commented, “Aw that’s dope they kept it in the family..”

Similarly, one fan stated, “Jermaine’s son. I feel like fans will be more accepting to this biopic since it’s his blood nephew playing him.
Looking forward to this”

A comment read, “Ok! I like how they kept it in the family.. cause I’ll never forget that time Flex played him BYE lmao”

Someone wrote, “I just feel like ever since flex we’ve all been traumatized”

Likewise, another fan announced, “I’ll never forgive Flex for his portrayal.”

However, a hilarious comment read, “Micheal Jackson the only celebrity I know with so may biopics like dang we know his story”

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A user mentioned, “But how many stories need to be told “

Someone put a crucial question, “But can he dance like Mike!?”

Lastly, a user assumed, “I Hope It Ain’t 12 Hours Long Like The Jacksons: An American Dream”

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What do you think of this announcement of Michael Jackson’s upcoming biopic? Are you also excited, like Neil Magny for the upcoming project? Let us know in the comments below.