Cinematographer turned director Thangar Bachchan tried his luck with direction in Azhagi, Solla Marantha Kathai and Thendral.

Only Azhagi created an impact, other two films have gone without a trace.

But Thangar Bachachan is not a character who gives up things so easily. The controversial man is known to be made of sterner stuff.

Undeterred by the failures, he began 9 Rupai  Nottu with actor Sathyaraj playing the lead role. Unfortunately that movie also looks shelved now.

But Thangar Bachchan has a different story to tell. "I have not shelved the project. It would commence once I complete the cinematography for Vedanthangal, a movie being produced and directed by Agathityan, who gave identity for me in the industry".

Asked on the failure of Solla Marantha Kathai and Thendral, he says, "I am still wondering why they  failed. They were emotional movie sure to stir passion on the audience. I am clueless what went wrong. I will make amends in 9 Rupai Nottu".

Industry hands however say that he is better off focussing his energies on camera.