"Dasavathaaram" is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language science fiction disaster film directed by K. S. Ravikumar and produced by Venu Ravichandran. The film stars Kamal Haasan in ten distinct roles, showcasing the concept of the ten avatars of the Hindu god Vishnu. The story revolves around a bio-weapon created by a geneticist in the United States, which falls into the hands of terrorists. To prevent catastrophe, an Indian intelligence officer, played by Haasan, is tasked with recovering the weapon. The film explores themes of science, ethics, and the potential consequences of genetic engineering. "Dasavathaaram" received mixed reviews but was praised for Haasan's performances and its ambitious storytelling.