Vishwaroopam (1980 film)

Vishwaroopam is a 1980 Indian Tamil-language film directed by A. C. Tirulokchandar for Krishna's Padmalaya Pictures. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Sridevi and Sujatha. It is a remake of the 1976 Hindi film Adalat. The film was released on 6 November 1980.

Plot
Sathyamoorthy is an innocent and honest hardworking villager. He helps Ashok, Rajan and their friend in a time of trouble, who offer him a lot of money in return. He insults them saying he did his duty and money isn't everything. However, fate plays a cruel turn making him desperate for money to treat his wife. He runs to them and they turn him into a criminal, much like them. He gains experience quickly, and soon usurps their dominance. His wife and son, Raja, however are unaware of his activities.

Soundtrack
The soundtrack was composed by M. S. Viswanathan.

Release and reception
Vishwaroopam was released on 6 November 1980, Diwali day. Piousji of Sunday wrote, "Though Sivaji was rather impressive in the father's role he looked almost silly as the son." T. N. Krishnan, writing for Kalki, called the film a Vishwaroopam (great form) with regards to cast performances.