He is considered the ace cinematographer-cum-director who changed the phase of Indian cinema. He brought great repute to Tamil cinema with his honest approach and dwelling on realistic themes.
He brought to light several talents and lapped up several awards in his career spanning over three decades.
Balu Mahendra, the peerless film personality, is on a new role now. The movie who wielded the megaphone for several classics like Azhiyaadha Kolangal, Veedu, Sandhya Ragam, Marupadiyum and Moonram Pirai is penning his autobiography.
One of the great film personalities, whose works have been showcased abroad in several film festivals, Balu Mahendra's autobiography would no doubt be a treasure for those who aspire to make a career in cinema.