Marco: Unni Mukundan’s action thriller earns Rs 50 crore worldwide in 7 days

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Unni Mukundan’s action thriller Marco has made a big splash at the box office, earning an impressive Rs 50 crore worldwide in just seven days. The film was released on December 20, 2024, and has quickly become one of the top Malayalam films of the year.
The movie’s exciting action sequences and engaging storyline have captivated audiences, helping it achieve strong box-office collections both in India and internationally.
In the first week of its release, Marco earned about Rs 27.55 crores in India alone. Its worldwide earnings have crossed Rs 50 crore, a significant achievement for a Malayalam film. Directed by Haneef Adeni and produced by Cubes Entertainment, the film has received attention for its intense action and gripping plot. The film is marketed as the "most violent A-rated movie" in Indian cinema, which has drawn a lot of attention and curiosity from action movie fans.
The film stars Unni Mukundan in the lead role, with a supporting cast that includes Siddique, Jagadish, and Sudev Nair. Marco opened strongly at the box office, earning Rs 4.3 crores on its first day. The collections continued to grow over the next few days, with the film making Rs 4.65 crores on day 2, Rs 5.2 crores on day 3, and so on. Although there was a slight dip in collections towards the end of the week, the film still managed to hold a steady position at the box office, showing its strong popularity.
Here’s a breakdown of the film’s box-office collections during its first week:
Day 1: ₹ 4.3 crores
Day 2: ₹ 4.65 crores
Day 3: ₹ 5.2 crores
Day 4: ₹ 3.9 crores
Day 5: ₹ 3.5 crores
Day 6: ₹ 3.74 crores
Day 7: ₹ 2.50 crores (estimated)
This brings the total domestic collection to around ₹ 27.55 crores, which is impressive given the typical drop in box-office earnings after the first few days of release.
The audience’s response to Marco has been very positive. Viewers have particularly praised the film’s action sequences and Unni Mukundan’s performance. The intense violence in the movie has sparked some discussions, but it seems to have resonated with action movie lovers who are looking for thrilling and exciting cinema.

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Critics have also recognized Marco for its high production quality and direction. Many reviewers believe the film successfully delivers on its promise of intense action and is a valuable addition to Malayalam cinema. The movie has continued to perform well in theaters, maintaining an average occupancy rate of around 47%, which indicates strong interest from viewers.
Looking ahead, Marco is expected to continue performing well at the box office. If the film keeps up its momentum, it may soon cross the Rs 100 crore mark globally. Its release during the holiday season has certainly helped boost its success, as many moviegoers, including families and action fans, are flocking to theaters.