Vineet Singh Hukmani releases Indian-fusion tribute to Michael Jackson ahead of the 2026 biopic, blending sitar, tabla and pop.
Vineet Singh Hukmani
World radio chart–topping artist from India, Vineet Singh Hukmani, has become the first singer globally to pay a musical tribute to Michael Jackson’s legendary legacy in anticipation of the superstar’s highly awaited biopic set to release on April 24, 2026.
Vineet has created reimagined, officially licensed covers of Michael Jackson’s iconic songs - “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” and “Thriller.” These tracks have been reinvented in a unique crossover genre, blending Indian instruments like sitar and tabla with contemporary arrangements and easy-going, soulful vocals (in English), offering a fresh yet respectful take on the King of Pop’s timeless music.
The music can be heard here : https://vineet.today/reimagined The three singles will be released sequentially:
- Late January 2026
- February 2026
- March 2026
This alternative pop project arrives at a historic moment. Michael Jackson’s groundbreaking album Thriller - the best-selling album of all time - was released 44 years ago, and 2026 will also see the global release of a major motion picture biopic based on his life. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson, Michael Jackson’s nephew, the film is expected to reignite the worldwide fascination and cultural impact that Jackson created during his lifetime and beyond.
As musicians around the world will come together soon, to honor the memory of this unparalleled artist, Vineet Singh Hukmani was chosen to add an authentic Indian musical flavor to the global tribute. For this project, Vineet
collaborated with Florida-based band All Strung Out, who are longtime Michael Jackson fans themselves.
Speaking about the tribute, Vineet Singh Hukmani said:
“There is no one more influential and recognized around the world than Michael Jackson. He changed the entertainment landscape dramatically with his songs, his dance moves, and his videos. Both as a kid and now as an adult, I have longed to be a part of his journey, and this respectful tribute to him is such a blessing. I can’t wait to watch the movie and I wish Antoine Fuqua, Jaafar Jackson, Sony Music and the entire team great success for the upcoming biopic."
About Vineet Singh Hukmani
Vineet Singh Hukmani is a world record–breaking singer, known for achieving the rare feat of nine No. 1 pop singles on European radio in 2021. He is a multi-Grammy-submitted artist across several genres and continues to make waves globally.
His blues album Delta Blues Revival is currently riding high on Blues Radio charts in the USA and multiple other countries. Vineet’s music has also charted on Billboard, DRT, The CashBox Magazine, and numerous other respected international music charts, cementing his reputation as a global independent artist.
With this tribute to Michael Jackson, Vineet Singh Hukmani once again bridges cultures, generations, and genres - celebrating the enduring legacy of the King of Pop through an unmistakably Indian musical lens.
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