According to reports, Joe, an associate of Ram Subbu who directed 'Katrathu Thamizh' has opted out of his first venture 'Naai Kutty'. This startling piece of information comes after a 'supposed' loggerhead with one of the producers of the film, Sathaji over a change in the story. The other producer V. A. Durai however has stated that there is no problem.

The film had its launch function recently and the conspicuous absence of Joe only strengthens the report. Prasanna and Nicole are to star in this film and as reported already, the film is about slum dwellers in Chennai. Joe who was raised in one of the slums of Chennai had come up with a story that captured the true emotions and social dilemma that prevails among slum dwellers. When Sathaji had reportedly asked for changes to the debutant director, a disgruntled Joe decided to walk out of the project.

This incident probably is yet another case of a director driven by creative force not budging to commercial norms.

Since the producers are not openly acknowledging the rift, let's hope that all is well and the project commences soon with Joe at the helm of affairs.