Mauri Hermundsson Reveals Relief After Per Morberg’s Departure From ‘Mauri and Morberg’

In a surprising turn of events, Mauri Hermundsson has expressed a sense of relief following Per Morberg’s unexpected exit from their collaborative television venture, “Mauri and morberg.” Hermundsson recently shared his candid reflections on the behind-the-scenes dynamics, his personal feelings during the show’s tumultuous recording, and his perspective on the aftermath.

Hermundsson admitted to feeling a sense of release when morberg decided to leave, hinting at underlying tensions and creative differences that plagued the production.

Behind The Scenes Of “Mauri And Morberg”

The journey began in Argentina, where Morberg initially expressed doubt about continuing the project. hermundsson, sensing the discord, privately contemplated the possibility of continuing the show with a different co-star. “Per and I may have danced clearly,” Hermundsson reflected.

Back in Stockholm, Hermundsson questioned whether three episodes would suffice for “Mauri and Morberg – On A Small Trip.” While he found a certain “poetic” honesty in the situation, TV4‘s order for six episodes meant financial repercussions if the production company failed to deliver.

The Search For Replacements

Faced with fulfilling the contract, Hermundsson extended offers to Mikael Persbrandt and Carola Häggkvist to fill the void. He admitted his reservations about altering the show’s core identity. “I don’t like when it gets unclean and messy and this program will be it anyway. It’s called ‘Mauri and Morberg’ and then suddenly Persbrandt and Carola are included,” hermundsson explained.

Other prominent names were considered, including Robert Gustafsson and even Gunilla Persson, whose inclusion Hermundsson believed would add a unique, albeit potentially controversial, dynamic.

Ultimately, Persbrandt and Häggkvist accepted the offer, providing a path forward and the potential for Morberg’s eventual return. “Then I felt that we were driving and that maybe, at best, there is a chance that Morberg will come back. But we didn’t know then.The idea was that we would have a third guest,” Mauri said.

Morberg’s Return And The Illusion Of Control

In the sixth and final episode of “Mauri and Morberg – On A Small Trip,” Morberg, 64, reappeared after his initial departure. Hermundsson revealed that approximately a month passed between Morberg’s exit and their subsequent contact.

As Hermundsson planned the episodes with Persbrandt and Häggkvist, he sensed a shift, a glimmer of possibility that Morberg might be willing to return.

Hermundsson addressed the speculation surrounding the show’s events, emphasizing the authenticity of the unfolding drama. “It’s fun that so many genuinely seem to think that this is fake or planned. Reality is often not as complicated, cynical and calculated as you think,” Hermundsson stated.

He continued, “When you are at the center of such speculation, it becomes very clear that no human being has control over anything. Things just get as they get. In this case, I can promise to everything that I own that what is happening in the series was actually what happened.”

Personal And Professional Reflections

Asked whether he viewed Morberg’s departure as a failure, both professionally and personally, Hermundsson offered a nuanced perspective.

“On a personal level, based on the fact that I wanted to get to know and at best become friends with Per: I have not failed. Our relationship is very nice and pleasant today,” Mauri said.

Acknowledging The Setbacks

Addressing the professional aspect, Hermundsson admitted to feeling a sense of failure when Morberg left. “On a professional level I had been paid by TV4 to make a program and then I call TV4 and say that one half of the duo jumped off … then I felt so clear that I failed. I had a very bad conscience,” Mauri said.

However, Hermundsson clarified that the narrative of Morberg abandoning him was not entirely accurate. “The whole story is somehow that Per jumped off and then the subtitle becomes that he did not stand with me. That’s how people talk about it.In retrospect, I have felt that it is a little unfair. Somewhere I think I, mentally and inboard, also jumped off.”

The relief Hermundsson experienced upon Morberg’s departure stemmed from the challenging dynamics of their collaboration. “It somehow felt like a relief when Per jumped off. At the moment I felt that I could not go on more trips. It is indeed too tricky, as we have such a hard time working with each other,” Mauri said.

Ultimately, Hermundsson emphasized that their personal relationship remained intact, dispelling any notions of animosity. “Even though you should know that after he jumped off, Per and I sat on the plane home from Argentina and had a great time. It was like that press disappeared and we relaxed”, Mauri said.

He concluded, “on a private level, we have never had any problems with each other. When we parted at Arlanda we were not enemies, it was just that he could not make more episodes.”

Key Moments In “Mauri And Morberg”

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