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Vishwaroopam

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Vishwaroopam is a 2013 Indian spy thriller film written, directed by, and starring Kamal Haasan. The film was simultaneously shot in Tamil and Hindi and features Haasan as Vishwanath, a Kathak dance teacher in New York who is actually a RAW (Research and Analysis Wing) intelligence agent. The narrative unfolds through flashbacks as his wife, played by Pooja Kumar, attempts to expose him, leading to revelations about his past and connections to Al-Qaeda operatives. The film incorporates elements of the War in Afghanistan and terrorism themes.

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Who directed and starred in Vishwaroopam?

Vishwaroopam was written, directed by, and stars Kamal Haasan, a legendary figure in Indian cinema. The 2013 film features him in the lead role of Wisam Ahmad Kashmiri, a skilled RAW agent.

What languages was Vishwaroopam released in?

The film was primarily shot and released in both Tamil and Hindi, with the Hindi version sometimes titled Vishwaroop. It was also dubbed into Telugu to reach a wider pan-Indian audience.

What is the plot of Vishwaroopam?

The movie follows an Indian classical dancer in New York City who is secretly an undercover intelligence agent. His mission involves infiltrating an Al-Qaeda terrorist cell to thwart a plot to detonate a dirty bomb in the city.

Does Vishwaroopam have a sequel?

Yes, the success of the 2013 film led to a sequel titled Vishwaroopam 2, which was released in 2018. Kamal Haasan returned to direct and star, continuing the spy thriller narrative.

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