Draft:Kilmaru
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Kilmaru
[edit]Kilmaru is a social media character. Kilmaru portrays a solitary figure exploring desolate urban and iconic locations, often presented in a visually arresting and surreal manner. The content focuses on themes of solitude, exploration, and alternate realities, drawing millions of viewers worldwide across social media platforms.
Content and themes
[edit]Kilmaru’s content primarily revolves around the character’s experiences as if they were the last person on Earth, featuring iconic landmarks devoid of people, such as an empty cruise ship, New York City, London, Shibuya Crossing, empty hotels, and airports. Kilmaru’s visual storytelling with eerie audio effects has earned it a unique place within the "solitude exploration" niche of social media. The content blends elements of urban exploration, psychological introspection, and cinematic storytelling.
Popularity and Reception
[edit]Kilmaru has amassed a following of over 5 million people across platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. The character's content has received attention for its high production quality and the ability to convey an emotional sense of isolation in familiar yet empty locations. This has resonated with audiences interested in experimental filmmaking, urban landscapes, and alternate reality narratives.
Notable Videos and Locations
[edit]- The Empire State Building in New York
- Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo and several areas of the Japanese capital
- The Colosseum in Rome
- Famous landmarks in London like Piccadilly
- An empty cruise ship
- Luxury hotels and restaurants
- Supercars and the Batmobile
- Kaneda's bike from the manga Akira
- Several locations in the US, Asia and Europe
- Piloting an helicopter
- Inside The Vatican
- Leaving a sign at the Pisa Tower in Italy
These videos have garnered millions of views, with many exceeding 20 million views and some reaching over 60 million views. Kilmaru's ability to present these famous locations in an eerie, deserted state has captivated audiences worldwide
Notable Collaborations
[edit]Kilmaru has collaborated with prominent brands including Disney[1] and Crocs[2]. These collaborations featured Kilmaru-themed content that maintained the characteristic solitary aesthetic while incorporating elements of the brands. These partnerships have brought mainstream attention to Kilmaru's distinct style.
Art and Public Installations
[edit]In addition to video content, Kilmaru creates art pieces and leaves them[3] in public spaces[4] for people to find as part of a treasure hunt. Kilmaru claims that these art pieces or artifacts have the ability to cross realities, adding an extra layer of intrigue and engagement for fans.
Achievements and Recognition
[edit]Kilmaru's innovative content has been recognized by several industry awards and media outlets. Notably, Kilmaru won the prestigious Best Content Director award at the Monaco Streaming Film Festival.[5] The innovative content has been featured in numerous media outlets like Wired[6], Benzinga[7], LAD Bible[8], The Sun[9], Daily Dot[10], News Week[11] or Yahoo[12] and preminent Youtube Channels like Corridor Crew[13], Captain Disillusion[14], Greg Bro Dude Man[15] or Night Mind[16] to mention a few.
External links
[edit]- Kilmaru on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kilmaruig/
- Kilmaru on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kilmaru
- Kilmaru on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kilmaruyt
References
[edit]- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ^ monacoadmin (2021-07-09). "Monaco Streaming Film Festival award winners". Monaco Life. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
- ^ Indiano, Andrea (2024-02-13). "Kilmaru: chi è il videomaker che dice di essersi svegliato in un mondo vuoto". Wired Italia (in Italian). Retrieved 2024-06-23.
- ^ Inc, AB Digital. "Popular TikTok Influencer Kilianandmaruta claims to live in an Alternative Reality". Benzinga. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ "Person Claims They Woke Up On 'Ghost Ship' In Empty World". LADbible. 2021-06-07. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
- ^ "I woke up in an alternative reality where the world is completely empty". The Sun. 2024-03-01. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
- ^ Baker-Whitelaw, Gavia (2021-06-11). "TikToker claims to have woken up in an alternate reality with no people, shows footage of an empty world". The Daily Dot. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
- ^ Writer, Sara Santora; Trends (2021-06-09). "TikToker Claims They're on a 'Ghost Ship' in Latest Video Series". Newsweek. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
- ^ "TikTok user shares disturbing tale of waking up in an 'empty world'". Yahoo Life. 2021-06-09. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
- ^ Corridor Crew (2023-04-15). VFX Artists React 98: Tremors, Ambulance, Indian in the Cupboard. Retrieved 2024-06-23 – via YouTube.
- ^ Captain Disillusion (2023-08-08). Empty World | Quick D. Retrieved 2024-06-23 – via YouTube.
- ^ GregBroDudeMan (2024-03-03). The "Empty World" Of TikTok. Retrieved 2024-06-23 – via YouTube.
- ^ Night Mind (2021-08-08). Kilian and Maruta: A TikTok Alternate Reality Series. Retrieved 2024-06-23 – via YouTube.