Marco 2: Producers Remain Hopeful Despite Unni Mukundan’s Refusal

Unni Mukundan’s Decision on Marco 2

Unni Mukundan recently made headlines by stating that he won’t be part of the sequel to the film *Marco*. This announcement has left many fans wondering about the future of the project. Despite this setback, producers have indicated that discussions about a potential sequel are still very much alive.

Producers Stand on Sequel

Following Unni’s comments about negativity surrounding *Marco*, the production house, Cube Entertainment, expressed its intention to explore the *Marco* universe further. In response to a fan’s inquiry about the sequel, they stated, “Thank you for the overwhelming love and support for Marco. Discussions regarding the Marco series are still not over yet. Cube Entertainments exclusively owns all rights to the franchise, and we believe that there’s immense potential in continuing Marco’s journey.”

Unni Mukundan’s Stance

Earlier this year, Unni Mukundan noted he would not reprise his role due to the negativity linked to the project. In an Instagram exchange, he stated, “I have dropped plans to continue the Marco series. There’s too much negativity. I’ll aim to bring something bigger and better than Marco.” When asked about the possibility of a sequel, he bluntly replied, “Absolutely no chance.”

The Mikhael Universe

For context, Unni Mukundan portrayed Marco in Haneef Adeni’s earlier film *Mikhael*, released in 2019. The character of Marco met his end in that film. However, the spin-off in 2024 delves into a new storyline where Marco embarks on a violent quest following a personal loss. This indicates that the production team might be considering a new approach, potentially with a different lead actor, given Unni’s current disinterest.

The actor has referred to the criticism *Marco* received, especially regarding its violent content, as a key factor in his decision. The film had even failed to secure a UA certificate from regulators due to its graphic nature. Following the backlash, the producer declared he would avoid making films that promote violence.