”Actor Rahman’s friendliness & good-hearted nature remain the same beyond years” – Actor Babu Antony
It’s ‘Evergreen Star’ Rahman Vs ‘Power Star’ Babu Antony after a long time!
Babu Antony gained recognition for his initial role as an antagonist in Malayalam cinema, subsequently extending his villainous portrayals to Tamil and Telugu films. In the 1990s, he transitioned to the role of an action hero in Malayalam cinema, earning the admiration of fans who referred to him as a power star. Some of his notable films include Kadal, Bhaskar, Sandha, Bharata Koodam, Napoleon, Dhadha, Rajadhani & many more Superhit flicks. Even today, his fame remains so stable and adorable as he continues to win the hearts of cinephiles by performing diversified avatars of protagonist, antagonist and character roles.
After many years, Malayalam film buffs are pretty excited to witness the clash of ‘Evergreen’ star Rahman and ‘Power Star’ Babu Antony on the big screens through the film ‘Bad Boyz’, which is all set for the worldwide theatrical release on September 13, for the festive occasion of Onam. The film is directed by Omar Lulu.
Omar Lulu shot to fame for creating an overnight sensation by creating the magical scene of Priya Warrier’s winking in ‘Oru Aadar Love’. The expectations for ‘Bad Boyz’ has spiked up with the colourful and riveting visual promos and trailer.
Actor Rahman’s character name is Mekkaadu Kalam Aandappan and Babu Antony appears as Vettu Kaadu Benson.
Actor Babu Antony, while expressing his joy on sharing screen opposite Rahman in this film, recalls some of their best memories together.
“During the 80s, I was desperately looking out for acting breakthrough and kept searching for offers. It was during the same phase, actor Rahman was on peak on his career, after working with Megastar Mammootty and Suhasini in the film ‘Koodalide’ dire acted by iconic filmmaker Padmarajan. Later, I got an opportunity to work with him in a movie titled ‘Silambu’, directed by Bharathan. Initially, I thought it’s going to be a small role, only to get to surprised, when Bharathan sir told me that it’s villain role opposite Rahman. I had perceived that actor Rahman for his celebrated fame would have egoistic attitude, but my assumptions were proved wrong. Right on the first day of shooting, he got so close to me, and even gave me acting tips. He would take my everyday by his car to shooting. The film became successful, and my fame got bigger. His friendliness and good-hearted nature remains the same even today. Later, we had a single day shooting together for a movie titled ‘Black’. After many years, we are sharing screen together in the movie ‘Bad Boyz’, where he plays the protagonist, and me as a villain. It’s a double delight for me now. Well, audience will have to wait and watch if my character is good or bad, after the film’s release,” says actor Babu Antony, who tots up stating ‘Bad Boyz’ will be a family entertainer that can be enjoyed by audiences beyond linguistic and regional boundaries.
