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Economic Times
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Marco 2 release update: Makers reveal major details about controversial Malayalam movie's sequel
Production House Confirms Plans for Future Franchise With Strong Box Office Pull Origins in Mikhael Universe The future of the Marco franchise has stirred intense speculation following lead actor Unni Mukundan's public announcement that he would no longer be involved in a sequel. In a response to fan queries on social media, the actor cited widespread criticism and what he described as overwhelming negativity around the project as reasons for stepping away. He hinted that he was moving on to pursue newer and more positive ventures, promising to bring something 'bigger and better.'His statements led many to believe the sequel was officially shelved. However, that assumption has been countered by the production house, which made it clear that the story of Marco is far from producers, Cube Entertainments, issued a statement reaffirming their commitment to the franchise. In response to a fan's suggestion that they sell the rights if they couldn't proceed, the studio clarified that all rights to Marco are exclusively owned by them and will not be transferred or shared. They emphasized that internal discussions around the sequel are still ongoing and expressed confidence in the character's potential for further firm position has revived hopes that Marco 2 will be made, possibly with a new actor stepping into the titular directed by Haneef Adeni, became one of the most controversial and commercially successful Malayalam films in recent years. Known for its extreme violence, including scenes involving women and children, the film faced backlash from critics and audiences alike. The Central Board of Film Certification had denied the producers a UA certificate for television screening earlier this year. In response, the producer had even stated publicly that he would refrain from producing violent films in the the controversy, the film crossed Rs 100 crore in box office collections and attracted viewers across India. With a diverse ensemble cast and a gripping storyline, the film broke language and regional barriers, gaining popularity beyond character Marco first appeared in the 2019 Malayalam film Mikhael, where he played the antagonist. Although the character died in that film, the 2024 spin-off reinvented the narrative and centered the story around him. In this version, Marco embarks on a violent mission of revenge following a personal tragedy. Given that the storyline was previously adapted to bring Marco back, producers might explore a similar approach again, this time with a different the departure of Unni Mukundan might reshape the direction of the sequel, the franchise is not being abandoned. The producers have made it clear that the Marco universe still holds promise. Although the path forward may involve a new lead or a fresh take, the journey of the character is expected to continue.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Marco 2 release update: Makers reveal major details about controversial Malayalam movie's sequel
The future of the Marco franchise has stirred intense speculation following lead actor Unni Mukundan's public announcement that he would no longer be involved in a sequel. In a response to fan queries on social media, the actor cited widespread criticism and what he described as overwhelming negativity around the project as reasons for stepping away. He hinted that he was moving on to pursue newer and more positive ventures, promising to bring something 'bigger and better.' His statements led many to believe the sequel was officially shelved. However, that assumption has been countered by the production house, which made it clear that the story of Marco is far from over. Production House Confirms Plans for Future The producers, Cube Entertainments, issued a statement reaffirming their commitment to the franchise. In response to a fan's suggestion that they sell the rights if they couldn't proceed, the studio clarified that all rights to Marco are exclusively owned by them and will not be transferred or shared. They emphasized that internal discussions around the sequel are still ongoing and expressed confidence in the character's potential for further exploration. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 61 Genius Inventions That Are Unbelievable Unforgettable Gadgets Shop Now Undo This firm position has revived hopes that Marco 2 will be made, possibly with a new actor stepping into the titular role. Franchise With Strong Box Office Pull Marco, directed by Haneef Adeni, became one of the most controversial and commercially successful Malayalam films in recent years. Known for its extreme violence, including scenes involving women and children, the film faced backlash from critics and audiences alike. The Central Board of Film Certification had denied the producers a UA certificate for television screening earlier this year. In response, the producer had even stated publicly that he would refrain from producing violent films in the future. Despite the controversy, the film crossed Rs 100 crore in box office collections and attracted viewers across India. With a diverse ensemble cast and a gripping storyline, the film broke language and regional barriers, gaining popularity beyond Kerala. Origins in Mikhael Universe The character Marco first appeared in the 2019 Malayalam film Mikhael, where he played the antagonist. Although the character died in that film, the 2024 spin-off reinvented the narrative and centered the story around him. In this version, Marco embarks on a violent mission of revenge following a personal tragedy. Given that the storyline was previously adapted to bring Marco back, producers might explore a similar approach again, this time with a different face. While the departure of Unni Mukundan might reshape the direction of the sequel, the franchise is not being abandoned. The producers have made it clear that the Marco universe still holds promise. Although the path forward may involve a new lead or a fresh take, the journey of the character is expected to continue.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Marco 2' not off the table yet, say makers—Despite Unni Mukundan's exit
Just when fans of 'Marco' had started to lose hope about a sequel, producers have shared an exciting update Despite actor 's recent revelation that 'Marco 2' was no longer in the works, the production house insists that the sequel is still very much on the cards. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The update came in response to a fan's heartfelt comment on social media requesting the second part of the film. The user even suggested that if Cubes couldn't make it happen, they should sell the rights to another team. That's when the producers stepped in with clarity. 'The journey of Marco holds immense potential' In their response, the production house thanked fans for their overwhelming love and support, and said, '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. We are not open to transferring or sharing the rights of this franchise.' Unni Mukundan's 'Marco' to start rolling in February 2024 The firm stance hints that Marco 2 could still happen—maybe with a different lead or vision, but the story isn't over yet as it ended on a hooking cliffhanger. Unni Mukundan had announced his exit from the franchise Earlier, Unni Mukundan had left fans disheartened when he responded to a fan on Instagram saying, 'Apologies, but 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'.' His exit had led many to assume the sequel was officially shelved. However, with the production houses' latest statement, it's clear that the studio still sees life in the character and its world. A franchise worth fighting for Directed by Haneef Adeni, Marco was one of the most talked-about Malayalam films in recent memory. With its intense storytelling and powerful performances, the film collected over Rs 100 crore and found love beyond Kerala and in other states too. The movie was termed as the most violent film ever made in India.
