Unni Mukundan's 'Marco' follows 'Baahubali' to South Korea, expanding Malayalam cinema's reach
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Malayalam action thriller 'Marco', starring Unni Mukundan in the lead, has made history by securing a landmark distribution deal with South Korea’s Noori Pictures. Following in the footsteps of 'Baahubali', Marco becomes the second South Indian film to achieve this honour, marking a pivotal moment for Malayalam cinema on the global stage.
Produced by Shareef Muhammed under Cubes Entertainments and Unni Mukundan Films, and directed by Haneef Adeni, 'Marco' offers a gripping crime drama packed with high-octane action. The explores the dark underworld of gold smuggling, presenting the origin story of its enigmatic antagonist through a narrative laced with revenge and redemption.
Moreover, 'Marco' has been compared to Bollywood action films like 'Animal' and 'Kill' due to its intense violence, with some even claiming it’s more brutal than the other two.
'Marco' has already generated buzz with record-breaking pre-sale collections and widespread anticipation in India. Its expansion into the Korean market signifies a milestone not just for Malayalam cinema but for South Indian films at large, reinforcing their global appeal and technical excellence.