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Michael" film earns over $30 million globally in less than 24 hours
via Le Matin3 min read
The film "Michael" has achieved significant box office success, grossing $12.6 million in US previews, including $3.8 million from premium and IMAX formats. Internationally, it added $18.5 million on its opening day, bringing its global total to over $30 million within 24 hours of its release on Wednesday, April 22. Industry estimates project a first-weekend earning between $85 million and $95 million in the US, which would mark the best post-pandemic opening for Lionsgate, surpassing "John Wick Chapter 4's" $73.8 million, and a record for a musical biopic, exceeding "Straight Outta Compton's" $60.2 million. In comparison, "Bohemian Rhapsody" opened with $51 million in 2018. Audience reception has been highly positive, with early evaluations showing 5-star equivalents, 88% positive reviews, and 81% recommendations. Public surveys give it an A- grade, and public rating platforms show 96% approval. The audience profile indicates 58% are under 35, with a slight female majority at 56%, and half of the viewers attended due to their connection to Michael Jackson. Social media engagement is also high, with an estimated 417.9 million people exposed to or engaged with the film online, a figure comparable to or exceeding films like "Elvis" or "Rocketman." In Morocco, the film is experiencing similar enthusiasm, with cinemas filling rapidly and operators increasing screenings to over ten per day to meet demand.
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Jorge Vilda, coach of Morocco's national women's football team, stated in an interview with MAP that the "Lionesses" will demonstrate full commitment and determination at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations CAN, which runs until August 16 in Rabat and Casablanca. Vilda emphasized that the team will strive to make Moroccans proud. He highlighted the tournament's significance as it also serves as a qualifier for next summer's Women's World Cup in Brazil. The primary objective is to reach the semi-finals to secure direct qualification for the World Cup. Vilda noted the importance of focusing on their first match against Kenya and progressing "step by step." After three seasons, Vilda believes the team has significantly improved, having observed over a hundred players to select a group of 26 internationals, which has expanded the national talent pool and increased internal competition. The former Spanish national team coach has focused on strengthening defensive solidity while developing offensive capabilities for more attractive and creative football. He also stressed the importance of the players' mindset, competitiveness, and commitment as foundations for their progress. Vilda views playing at home not as pressure, but as motivation, appreciating the public's expectations and the opportunity to perform before Moroccan supporters. Morocco is in Group A of the Women's CAN, alongside Senegal, Algeria, and Kenya.
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