The Malayalam action thriller Marco, directed by Haneef Adeni, is making waves at the box office as it approaches a significant milestone. Released on December 20, 2024, the film has earned an impressive ₹48.85 crore domestically as of January 5, 2025, and is expected to cross the ₹50 crore mark soon.
Box Office Performance Overview
Marco has demonstrated strong performance over its first 17 days, with a total India net collection of approximately ₹48.85 crore. The film’s earnings have been bolstered by its release in multiple languages, including Malayalam, Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, allowing it to reach a broader audience across India.
Day-wise India Net Collection:
- Day 1 (Dec 20): ₹4.3 Cr
- Day 2: ₹4.65 Cr
- Day 3: ₹5.2 Cr
- Day 4: ₹3.9 Cr
- Day 5: ₹3.5 Cr
- Day 6: ₹3.5 Cr
- Day 7: ₹2.55 Cr
- Week 1 Total: ₹27.6 Cr
- Day 8: ₹2.3 Cr
- Day 9: ₹2.7 Cr
- Day 10: ₹3.1 Cr
- Day 11: ₹1.6 Cr
- Day 12: ₹1.35 Cr
- Day 13: ₹3.4 Cr
- Day 14: ₹1.85 Cr
- Week 2 Total: ₹16.3 Cr
- Day 15 (Jan 3): ₹2.1 Cr
- Day 16 (Jan 4): ₹2.75 Cr
- Day 17 (Jan 5): Estimated at around ₹0.1 Cr
Engaging Storyline and Cast
Marco is a spin-off of the successful film Mikhael (2019) and tells the gripping story of a man seeking justice after a violent attack on his family leads to personal loss and betrayal. The film features an ensemble cast led by Unni Mukundan, who plays the titular role of Marco D’Peter. Other notable cast members include:
- Siddique as George D’Peter (Marco’s elder foster brother)
- Jagadish as Tony Isaac (father of Russell)
- Abhimanyu Thilakan as Russell Isaac
- Kabir Duhan Singh as Cyrus Isaac (Tony’s adopted son)
- Yukti Thareja as Maria (Marco’s fiancée)
- Anson Paul as Devaraj (Tony’s henchman)
The film is produced by Shareef Muhammed under the Cubes Entertainment banner, featuring music by Ravi Basrur and cinematography by Chandru Selvaraj.
Future Predictions
As Marco continues its run in theaters, predictions indicate that it will comfortably surpass the ₹50 crore mark in the coming days, solidifying its status as one of Unni Mukundan’s highest-grossing films to date. The film has gained popularity not only in Kerala but also among Hindi and Telugu audiences, further enhancing its box office potential.
Conclusion
With its compelling storyline and strong performances, Marco is poised for continued success at the box office as it nears the ₹50 crore milestone domestically. As fans eagerly await further updates on its collection, the film stands out as a significant entry in Malayalam cinema.
Disclaimer: Box office figures are based on estimates from various sources and may be subject to change.
