On the latest episode of Club Ambition Podcast, hosts Sound and Marlon dive into one of the most anticipated films of 2026, the Michael Jackson biopic, Michael. The hosts unpack the viral trailer, which has already racked up hundreds of millions of views online, and share their excitement over seeing Jafaar Jackson, Michael’s real-life nephew, step into the role of the King of Pop.
The conversation covers everything from Nia Long’s casting as Katherine Jackson to Miles Teller’s role as attorney John Branca, and how director Antoine Fuqua (Training Day, The Equalizer) might handle the more controversial parts of Michael’s story.
The crew debates how deep the film will go, will it explore Michael’s transformation, his battles with Sony, and the legendary Prince rivalry? They also touch on how the Michael Jackson Estate’s involvement could shape the film’s accuracy and legacy.
With its reported $155 million budget and global anticipation, the hosts predict Michael could break box office records and become the biggest music biopic ever.
The Club Ambition Podcast episode captures the pure fan energy and cultural weight of this moment, a deep dive into what could be the most defining film of the decade.
