The biopic 'Michael', centered on the life of pop legend Michael Jackson, made a notable debut in theaters, grossing between $35 million and $40 million globally on its opening day. In India, it achieved a total net collection of ₹5.5 crore (approximately $660,000 USD), which includes earnings from paid previews. The film was screened across 3,029 shows in India, with an overall occupancy rate of 21.86 percent that improved throughout the day, peaking at 27.44 percent during night screenings. While the film's performance in India is commendable, it still falls short of other major Hollywood openings, including 'Avatar: The Way of Water' and 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, 'Michael' has garnered attention for its strong international start, surpassing the opening day numbers of other films like 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and 'Oppenheimer'. However, it faces competition from local releases that continue to perform well at the box office.