With filmmaker Cheran's 2004 film Autograph set for a re-release on November 14, celebrities have been sharing their message about the film.
Director Rajkumar Periasamy, in a video address, said that Autograph did certain experimentations that weren't common in those days, such as working with three different cinematographers for three different time periods shown in the movie. "Autograph, even if released today, will not look like an old film, but a fresh one. It is unfortunate that the prime period of Cheran sir, Bala sir, and Ameer sir was in the pre-social media era. If it were in the social media era, they would have been some of the most celebrated filmmakers."
The Amaran helmer continued saying that the present generation of film buffs should visit the theatres and experience Autograph.
The romantic drama film, written, directed, and produced by Cheran, has Senthil Kumar (Cheran), who runs an ad agency, boarding a train to invite his friends and family to his wedding. On his way, he meets people from his past, which then leads him to reminisce about the three most influential women of his love life.
The film, both a critical and a commercial success, went on to win three National Awards under the Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment, Best Female Playback Singer, and Best Lyrics categories.
Starring alongside Cheran were Gopika, Sneha, Mallika, and Kaniha. Autograph was remade in Telugu, Kannada, and Bengali.
