Bilal Hasan On Michael Jackson, Martial Arts Movies

UFC flyweight Bilal Hasan sat down in New York to discuss everything except his fighting career, revealing his passion for Michael Jackson, classic martial arts films, and playing the drums.

The undefeated prospect joined MMA Fighting's José Youngs to talk about his interests outside the cage. Hasan, who holds a 10-0 record, has become one of the promotion's most discussed new signings after a pair of brutal finishes.

From Contender Series To UFC Shanghai In Weeks

The fighter known as "The IndoNinja" earned his UFC contract with a 45-second knockout of Mridul Saikia at Dana White's Contender Series in August. Two weeks later, he stopped Nilson Rojas at UFC Shanghai, according to MMA Fighting.

Hasan's rapid rise through the flyweight ranks has been matched by his willingness to discuss life beyond training and competition. The New York conversation covered his favorite songs from the King of Pop, his go-to martial arts cinema, and preferred television shows.

The Indonesian prospect is expected to receive his next UFC assignment in early 2027.

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• MMA Fighting — Anything but fighting: Bilal Hasan loves Michael Jackson, Martial Arts movies, drums, more