Anupam Kher recalls meeting pop legend Michael Jackson; Calls him a phenomenon the world might never witness

Anupam Kher recently reminisced about his encounter with the late Michael Jackson during the pop star's 1996 visit to India. Kher shared a throwback picture on social media, recounting the moment he shook hands with the music icon.

The actor shared the picture on social media, writing a note about how this brief encounter left a significant impact on him. “Dearest Michael Jackson, This photograph is not just a memory. it is a feeling frozen in time. I still remember the moment I shook your hand in Mumbai. For that brief second, the fanboy in me took over completely.”

Anupam Kher pays an emotional tribute to Michael Jackson

Kher described the experience as magical and almost unreal, adding that meeting Jackson felt like encountering something extraordinary, like touching a piece of magic. He stated that Jackson was not just an artist but an experience, a phenomenon the world might never witness again.

Anupam Kher further wrote, There will truly be nobody like you for the next thousand years. Nobody. We are blessed. deeply blessed. that you walked this earth and touched millions of lives with your art, your innocence, and your genius. You were, and will always remain, the eighth wonder of the world.

He also voiced his disappointment regarding the ongoing criticism and controversies surrounding Jackson, even after his death. And yes. somewhere it pains me that even today, there are people who choose to carry poison instead of celebrating purity. But greatness like yours rises far above noise and negativity. You were God's gift to mankind. Wherever you are.may you be dancing, creating, and smiling. Jai Ho

About the biographical film Michael

The post was released around the same time as the biographical film Michael, directed by Antoine Fuqua. This film delves into Michael Jackson's life, tracing his journey from his beginnings with the Jackson 5 through the height of his solo career, notably featuring the legendary Bad tour.

In the movie, Michael Jackson is brought to life by his nephew, Jaafar Jackson, with Juliano Krue Valdi portraying his younger self. The ensemble cast also includes notable actors such as Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Miles Teller, Colman Domingo, Jessica Sula, Mike Myers, and KeiLyn Durrel Jones.