Seeman then made the village-based vigilante film, Thambi (2006), starring Madhavan in the titular role.[15][16] The film's production was briefly halted following a disagreement between the actor and director, after Seeman raised an objection to Madhavan returning to be with his family for the birth of his son.[17] The film opened to mixed reviews but performed well commercially.[18][19] His most recent directorial release, Vaazhthugal (2008), received negative reviews and performed poorly at the box office.