'Michael,' the eagerly awaited biopic about pop legend Michael Jackson, has made a stunning impact at the box office, raking in $217 million worldwide during its opening weekend. Despite facing mixed reviews from critics, audience reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with the film achieving a 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. The domestic earnings reached $97 million, setting a new record for music biopics, surpassing the previous record held by 'Straight Outta Compton' at $60.2 million. The film's international earnings of $120 million also contributed significantly to its success. With this strong start, 'Michael' is already a quarter of the way to the total needed to dethrone 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' which currently holds the record for the highest-grossing music biopic with a total of $910 million. Additionally, the film aims to surpass 'Oppenheimer's' overall biopic record of $975.8 million. The film's continued success will depend on audience interest and repeat viewings as it remains in theaters throughout the summer.