Mark vs 45 film release and review highlights: Sudeep takes on Shiva Rajkumar, Upendra

The live coverage of the film releases of Mark and 45 has come to an end.

As per online buzz, Mark is witnessing an occupancy of 95% in multiplexes across Karnataka. It is also reported that the offline footfall is more than online bookings. 

A fan has questioned online why Kichha Sudeep's film Mark was not released in Mumbai.

He wrote on X, "Why the Mark Movie is not released in Mumbai. We were eagerly waiting for Mark and 45 Kannada movies to be released today in Mumbai. It's unfortunate we could not watch the first day's first show. (sic)"

Check out the public review and audience reaction to Mark, starring Kichcha Sudeepa in a powerful, mass-driven role. Directed by Vijay Kartikeyaa and elevated by Ajaneesh Loknath’s intense background score, the film delivers high-octane moments designed for the big-screen experience.

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A part of India Today's review of Mark read, "Mark is another entertainer from Sudeep for Christmas. It delivers mass appeal through its action and class through its investigative thriller elements. While the film does come with its share of flaws, for anyone looking for a fun time at the theatres, Sudeep’s swag is more than enough to make up for them. A recommended theatrical experience, as his screen presence is best enjoyed on the big screen."

Check out Mark movie review here.

As Mark hit the theatres, Naveen Chandra expressed his gratitude on social media. He posted on X, "Standing here with folded hands and a full heart. With the blessings of Puneeth Rajkumar sir. You are missed beyond words. Appu sir. Today, I step into Kannada cinema as Badhra. #MarkTheFilm releases today."

Another X user reviewed Kichha Sudeep's Mark and wrote, "Brilliant from the first go. Multiple storylines unfold in the 1st half, and every dot is neatly ticked in the 2nd half. Ultra stylish, mental mass characterization for our Baadshah, hands down his best action film so far. Ajaneesh’s BGM elevates the film big time."

Reviews have started pouring in for both films. One of the X users gave Mark 2.5 stars and wrote, "Finally review times for both Kannada movies which clashed on Christmas. Mark movie somehow misses to be marked as epic among audiences, but epic performance by Kichha Sudeep (sic)."

"45 movie - being 45 feels like 90. Kudos to Arjun Janya music (sic)," the user added, giving the film 3.5 stars. 

It’s that time of the year for Kannada cine-lovers, when the biggest stars arrive on theatre screens near you to wish audiences a Merry Christmas. Last year, it was director Upendra and Kichcha Sudeep rubbing shoulders in healthy competition and this year the same stalwarts are back. While Upendra returns as an actor alongside Shiva Rajkumar and Raj B Shetty in 45, Sudeep is back with yet another cop drama in Mark – setting up a festive face-off at the box office, much like last year’s UI and Max.

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Details have emerged regarding the fees of the cast and crew of Mark. According to a Filmibeat report, Kichcha Sudeepa is being paid Rs 15 crore for the film. Naveen Chandra is reportedly being paid around Rs 2 crore. Deepshika and Nishvika Naidu are reportedly taking home a fee of Rs 80 lakh and Rs 70 lakh, respectively.
 

As Kichha Sudeep's film Mark released in theatres on December 25, fans danced in theatres as a song played on. The video shows the excitement among fans for the film.

Producer Karthik Gowda shared photos with the Mark team at around 1:45 am to announce that all the work for the film has been completed. The team also said that they are eager to see the audience's response. 

His X post read, "All set for #Mark ReleaseAll Works completed from @KRG_Studios & @SupriyanviPicS. Eager to see & hear the audience reviews in the morning (sic)."

Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar's fans were seen waving flags, hooting and cheering for their favourite star during the release of 45 in Bengaluru. 

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A video circulating on social media shows fans celebrating the release of Kichha Sudeep's film Mark in theatres. In it, they can be seen dancing, cheering, and roaring with excitement as confetti showers down around them.

Producer Karthik Gowda shared an important appeal to Kichcha Sudeep's fans, who are gearing up to watch the show. He asked them to not miss the actor's introduction scene in Mark.

Veteran Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar has consistently featured in multi-starrers over the past decade. His upcoming film, 45, which also stars Upendra and Raj B Shetty, promises to be the biggest of them all.

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Early reviews have started coming in for 45 movie. One of the X users wrote, "Sure shot blockbuster @NimmaShivanna Anna. Raj B Shetty sir! Arjun Janya Music sir, kudos to your vision. The way you portrayed is ultimate. AJ aced it. (sic)." 

The excitement among fans for Kiccha Sudeep's Mark is quite high. Some fans also posed for a poster of the actor as they assembled outside Channapattana Shivananda theatre for an early morning show.