Vettaiyadu Vilaiyadu, directed by Gautham Menon and starring Kamal Haasan, was released in 2006 and became a massive hit. Following the success of Gautham Menon's previous films Minnale and Kaakka Kaakka, expectations were high for this collaboration, especially with Kamal Haasan, a veteran actor, teaming up with the emerging director.

The pairing sparked much discussion in Kollywood, much like the buzz when Kamal worked with Lokesh Kanagaraj in Vikram. Gautham Menon, a huge fan of Kamal, crafted Vettaiyadu Vilaiyadu to showcase Kamal in a new light, breaking away from his usual roles. Kamal's portrayal in the film was fresh and engaging, adding to its success.

The film was re-released last year, receiving an overwhelming response from fans, who are now eagerly asking for a Vettaiyadu Vilaiyadu sequel. One standout moment in the film is a memorable scene where Kamal, after delivering a line, reacts by showing his eyes with his hands—a moment that has become iconic among fans.

Gautham Menon recently shared that the scene was not in the script as written. He had simply instructed Kamal to say the line, but Kamal’s reaction, particularly his expressive eyes, was entirely improvised. Gautham was astonished by Kamal's performance, acknowledging that only he could have brought such depth to the scene.