Actor Unni Mukundan's Marco sequel discussions still on, reveal makers

India Today

01-07-2025

Unni Mukundan's high-octane Malayalam action thriller 'Marco' stirred up quite a buzz during its release, as it was marketed as one of the most violent films in Mollywood. Though the film performed exceptionally well at the box office, it received a polarising response from viewers. While many appreciated its slick production and action sequences, others criticised the excessive violence portrayed on screen.advertisementAmid ongoing fan curiosity around a sequel, Cubes Entertainments - the production house behind the film - responded to a fan query on social media. A user asked whether 'Marco 2' was in the works or if the rights had been sold to another studio. The company issued a firm response, asserting that the rights remain exclusively with them and that they have no intention of transferring or sharing them.'Thank you for the overwhelming love and support for 'Marco'. Discussions regarding the 'Marco' series are still not over yet. Cubes Entertainments exclusively owns all rights to 'Marco', and we firmly believe the journey of 'Marco' holds immense potential. Please note: We are not open to transferring or sharing the rights of this franchise,' the makers wrote.
However, this update contradicts what Unni Mukundan himself stated earlier. On June 15, the 'Get Set Baby' actor responded to a fan's comment about 'Marco 2', saying, 'Apologies, I have dropped plans to continue the 'Marco' series. Too much negativity around the project. I'll try my best to bring something bigger and better than 'Marco'. Thanks for all the love and positivity. Cheers (sic).'advertisementThis has led to speculation about the future of the franchise - whether 'Marco 2' will move ahead without its original star or if the project will be revived with Unni Mukundan reconsidering his decision.As of now, the fate of 'Marco 2' remains uncertain, but the studio's intention to continue the series is clear. - Ends