Unni Mukundan's film Marco has vividly transformed the cinematic landscape with its intense action and graphic violence, presenting a stark departure from the traditional themes of Malayalam cinema. The unprecedented level of brutality depicted in this film has earned it the distinction of being the most violent Malayalam film to date. Despite its graphic content, the film, rated for adult audiences, achieved remarkable success at the box office. This raises the question: why do audiences have such an affinity for on-screen violence? Mukundan suggests that violence is an inherent aspect of our reality and societal dynamics, and the film only scratches the surface of the actual occurrences in society.

Marco star Unni Mukundan on violence in films

Marco is prepared to make its OTT debut on SonyLiv this Valentine’s Day following a successful theatrical release. In an interview with Baradwaj Rangan of Galatta Plus, conducted prior to the highly anticipated premiere of the Malayalam film, the emerging action star discussed the themes of violence and the action genre in general.

"Violence is an aspect of real life. If you keep up with the news, the violence occurring in society is not even fully represented in films, with less than 10 per cent depicted," he stated.

The actor emphasized that it is an inherent aspect of human nature, noting that even scientific perspectives highlight the concept of survival of the fittest. 

Nevertheless, the star of Marco was quick to clarify that such explanations do not advocate for the portrayal of violence in media, acknowledging it as a harsh reality. 

He reiterated that violence permeates society, expressing gratitude for not having to witness it firsthand. “Just because we don’t see it, doesn't mean it doesn't exist,” he remarked. 

Additionally, he elaborated that the action genre is the most commercially successful, particularly highlighting the achievements of action heroes from the South. “This success is primarily due to the subject matter, and secondly, it is the violence, which people seem to enjoy,” he stated.

Marco OTT release date

Marco, under the direction of Haneef Adeni, is set to have its highly awaited OTT premiere on SonyLiv and OTTplay Premium on February 14, 2025. This Malayalam film will also be accessible in Tamil and Telugu. However, audiences in Hindi-speaking regions will need to exercise patience, as there has been no official communication regarding the release of Marco's Hindi version on OTT platforms.

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