Samuthirakani who came from the K. Balachander school did not have an easy time in his directorial journey. His first few films such as 'Unnai Charanadainthen' and 'Neranja Manasu' did not do well at the box office. However he made a strong comeback with 'Nadodigal' starring Sasikumar and there is no looking back for him. His most recent hit as a director is 'Vinodaya Sitham' starring Thambi Ramaiah in the lead.

Samuthirakani at the same time also played the ruthless villain in 'Subramaniapuram' which catupulited him to fame and today he is the busiest character actor in South Indian languages.

Samuthirakani's son Hari Vigneshwaran is also creatively inclined and has acted in the lead and also directed a short film. A photo of Samuthirakani and Hari Vigneshwaran has gone viral on the internet and it is said in Kollywood circles that the latter will soon make his debut as hero in a new movie.