Arakshaka contains Vasu's trademark elements like psychological storyline, mysterious screenplay, suspense and the dark tone similar to his previous psychological thriller films like Apthamitra and Aptharakshaka.
His recent hit P. Vasu's directed Apthamitra which again reinforced the power of Guru Kiran in the music composition.
Nagavalli, a character in Apthamitra, a 2004 Kannada film and remake of Manichitrathazhu
Nagavalli, a character in Aptharakshaka, a 2005 Kannada film and sequel to Apthamitra