Sat Jan 04 15:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Malayalam Action Star Babu Antony Praises “Marco,” Expresses Hope for Big-Budget Role
**Madrid, Spain –** Veteran Malayalam action hero Babu Antony has lauded the success of Unni Mukundan’s latest film, *Marco*, calling it a “great beginning” for Malayalam cinema in 2025. While clarifying his stance against gratuitous violence in films, Antony praised both Mukundan and director Haneef Adeni for their work, acknowledging the film’s “A” certificate and the audience’s right to choose.
Antony, known for his physically demanding action roles in films like *Poovinu Puthiya Poonthennal*, which was remade in multiple languages, expressed his admiration for *Marco*’s success in crossing boundaries. He noted that while he doesn’t endorse violence, *Marco*’s makers were upfront about the film’s nature. He emphasized that he’s not seen any complaints regarding Unni Mukundan’s performance or the film’s production.
The veteran actor also revealed a long-held ambition: to star in a big-budget action film. He believes *Marco*’s success demonstrates the potential of such projects, citing examples like *Baahubali* and *KGF*. Antony recounted his own experiences filming action sequences on shoestring budgets with limited safety measures and expressed gratitude for the lasting impact he’s had on audiences and his influence on promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Looking ahead, Antony shared plans to launch his son, Arthur, into acting once the right opportunity arises. He also stated his intention to participate in several upcoming projects in Tamil and Malayalam cinema, beginning mid-January. He ended his statement by wishing everyone a great 2025.
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