The Michael biopic, starring Jaafar Jackson, is demonstrating significant box office success in Japan, positioning itself as one of the year's top Hollywood releases in the region.

This strong international performance is crucial as the film aims to surpass the $1 billion milestone worldwide.

Despite a reported slowdown in North America, the film continues to draw audiences in Japan.

According to box office analyst Luiz Fernando, the biopic secured an additional $1.7 million on its third Saturday, maintaining its number one position in Japan's box office rankings.

This weekend's performance has pushed its total earnings in Japan to $23.1 million, with projections indicating it will reach $25 million by the end of its third three-day weekend.

This robust showing has elevated the Michael biopic to the third highest-grossing Hollywood movie in Japan for the year.

Its sustained popularity in international markets like Japan and Russia is a key factor contributing to its overall global gross, which currently stands at $941.2 million worldwide.

Domestically, the film has accumulated $369.3 million.

The film, which premiered on April 24, is also available for digital rental and purchase.

Its continued strong performance in international territories suggests a potential to reach the coveted $1 billion global box office mark, a significant achievement for any biopic.