In addition to acting, Sasikumar also ventured into direction. He made his directorial debut with the 1984 film "Chinna Kanneer." The film was a critical and commercial success, and Sasikumar went on to direct several other films, including "Pallu Padama Paathuka" (2007) and "Pallu Padama Paathuka (Nee)" (2014).
A sequel to his landmark hit, exploring social issues related to inter-caste marriage.