Gaurav made his debut as a director with Thoonganagaram last year.The movie was critically acclaimed by all section of audiences.

Adding more to the success of the movie , Thoonganagaram was also nominated for various film awards and was screened at numerous film festivals. It didn't end there, Now Gaurav has been awarded as the best debutant director for the year 2011 by EMITAA (Emirates Tamilians Association Awards). The award function is scheduled on March 2 2012 where he will be felicitated.