AR Murugadoss says that 'SPYder' has got an underlying message. The importance of being human is delivered subtly in the backdrop of a thrilling spy-crime drama.

How is the message going to be conveyed?

"My films avoid straightforward messaging. For example, in 'Thupaki', nowhere does the hero mouth cliches, proudly say 'Jai Hindi', or salute the Tricolor. Although it was a patriotic drama, when I was making the film, I consciously avoided showing the National Flag anywhere (as that would have been very typical)," the director says.

Suffice it to say that 'SPYder' is going to drive home its lessons in the same, non-stereotypical, deep manner. Get ready for Sept 27.

Meanwhile, a grand event will be held in Chennai on Sept 9 to celebrate the entry of Mahesh in Tamil cinema. Is Rajinikanth attending the event? "Nothing is fixed as yet. The producers (Lyca Productions has bought the Tamil version) know Rajini sir," Murugadoss says.