Michael Jackson remains one of the most influential figures in global popular culture. Known as the “King of Pop”, he has shaped music, dance and fashion for decades. His career spanned over forty years and broke cultural barriers around the world.
Through his performance and visual storytelling, he has changed the way artists engage with stage presence. Moves like the moonwalk and the robot have become iconic. His influence extended beyond Hollywood and reached industries like Bollywood.
Tiger Shroff Dance salute
Tiger Shroff has often praised Michael Jackson through his performances. In 2019, he shared a video on Instagram inspired by the legend’s dancing style. The actor is known for openly expressing his admiration for MJ.
His caption read: “We’re MJ fans to be like 🚶🏻♀. #moonwalkintotheweekend #throwback #mytributetotheking #mj.” In the video, Tiger meticulously recreates many of MJ’s signature moves.
The clip is taken from Sabbir Khan’s Munna Michael. The film featured multiple sequences where the tiger performed distinctive movements such as moonwalking.
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“Anyone Can Dance” and MJ’s legacy
Bollywood often draws inspiration from legendary artists.
One notable example is Remo D’Souza’s Anybody Can Dance (ABCD). The film was heavily influenced by Michael Jackson’s style and energy. Choreographer Salman Khan spoke about this in an interview with PTI. He explained that MJ’s presence can be felt throughout the film. According to him, the makers kept the myth alive in every work. The film also featured Prabhu Deva, who paid a special tribute.
Abdulrahman Musical inspiration
AR Rahman has long admired Michael Jackson. The composer has often acknowledged the pop icon’s influence on his work.
Elements of MJ’s style can be seen in Rahman’s music videos. Rahman also spoke about his fascination with walking on the moon. He was deeply affected by Jackson’s sudden death. In an interview with The Hindu, he recalls meeting the icon after the Oscars in Los Angeles. He described the meeting as enjoyable and unforgettable.
According to him, Jackson expressed his admiration for India and its people. Rahman has consistently credited MJ as a major inspiration.
Javed Jaafari And the effect of dancing
Javed Jafri is another artist influenced by Michael Jackson. Known for his versatility, he has built a strong reputation as a dancer. His early performances reflected MJ’s style. Al-Jaafari also met Jackson in New York during the Bollywood Awards ceremony. This interaction increased his admiration. Songs like “Bol Baby Bol Rock N Roll” and “Dekha Tujhe To Dil Gaane Laga” show this influence.Meanwhile, “Michael” is out now and receiving mixed reviews.
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