Sandeep Bharadwaj

Veerappan, a ruthless and notorious dacoit trained by his smuggler uncle, is hunted by police officer Kannan and his private army of spies and undercover operatives.

A master strategist is appointed following Veerappan's unabashed spate of crimes and murders. The official puts in place Operation Cocoon, which involves setting up a network of spies and informers.