Babu Antony achieved the Dan Black Belt in martial arts five times. |
He is skilled in various martial arts like kalarippayattu, karate, MMA, kung-fu, taekwondo, aikido, jiu-jitsu, judo, kickboxing, and western boxing. |
During his academic years, Antony captained his college's volleyball and athletic teams because of his notable sports performance. |
He also taught karate to missionaries in Pune while pursuing his education. |
Antony began his career as a cinematographer at the renowned Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). |
Malayalam film director Bharatan discovered him while he was working as a cinematographer, leading to his entry into the film industry. |
His role in 'Vaisali' (1988) as Lomapadhan marked a significant point in his acting career. |
Antony is known for reinventing the portrayal of villains in movies with his distinctive appearance featuring shoulder-length hair and a thick beard. |
He has acted in films across various languages like Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. |
In 2015, he established the Babu Antony School of Martial Arts. |
Apart from his film and martial arts pursuits, Antony finds joy in painting and writing poetry. |
He has openly criticized the Malayalam film industry for being dominated by a select few individuals. |