[2][3] In 2011, he directed his first Tamil film Engeyum Eppodhum which featured Jai, Anjali, Ananya and Sharvanand, and was produced by his mentor A. R. Murugadoss in association with Fox Star Studios.
[4] The film gained very positive responses from critics and audience alike, emerging a sleeper hit.
[5] He was honoured with an award by the Human Rights Organization for directing Engeyum Eppodhum with a "very relevant social message which is the need of the hour".
[6] Additionally, Saravanan directed the Tamil film Naadu,[7][8][9] which portrays a real-time story set in the beautiful Kolli Hills.
[10] Through his direction, Saravanan brings his creative vision to life, capturing the essence of the location and delivering an engaging narrative.