Bruno Mars Gorilla Official Music Video Apr 2026

A "south of the border" gentleman's club called La Jungla , located in Los Angeles, California. Narrative & Visual Themes

The video is framed as a tale of lust and danger, moving away from Mars' previously more family-friendly image. Bruno Mars Gorilla Official Music Video

Initially premiered exclusively on Facebook on October 15, 2013. Directors: Bruno Mars and Cameron Duddy. Starring Cast: A "south of the border" gentleman's club called

Mars described the song as being about "good old animalistic sex". The strip club's name, "La Jungla," serves as a metaphor for an inescapable environment where "you can't run". Directors: Bruno Mars and Cameron Duddy

(known for Slumdog Millionaire ) as Isabella, a stripper at the club.

The clip opens with dialogue in Spanish between two women backstage, hinting at a secret affair between Isabella and Mars. Isabella then takes the stage for a provocative performance under the introduction of the club owner.