Sasikumar's entry into Tamil cinema was marked by his debut film "Thangathotti" in 1952. However, it was his role in the 1960 film "Kavalai Vendam" that brought him recognition and acclaim. Throughout the 1960s, Sasikumar appeared in a string of successful Tamil films, including "Thenpandi Cheemayile" (1966), "Poova Thalaiya" (1967), and "Uyirippira" (1967).
Following the monumental success of his debut, Sasikumar chose not to repeat the formula. In 2010, he directed Easan , a stark departure from the rural landscape of Madurai. Urban Underbellies and Nightlife sasikumar tamil movies