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How Do You Pronounce Mario? Chris Pratt Shares Whether You're Wrong
Actor Chris Pratt, who voices Mario in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, has clarified the correct pronunciation of the character's name as "maa·ree·ow." He acknowledged that many people say "marry-o" and shared anecdotes about co-stars mispronouncing the name during press tours. Pratt also discussed his process for developing Mario's voice for the film, aiming for a distinct sound from previous iterations.