 After the success of "Thalaivasal", Selva began a love story featuring newcomers.The producers were unhappy with the work of the newcomers and they soon approached Ajith Kumar to play the lead role after singer S. P. Balasubrahmanyam had recommended him, after seeing parts of "Prema Pusthakam".The original lead actor was later demoted to play Ajith Kumar's friend in the film.