Karthik Subbaraj’s Dorothy, featuring Keerthy Suresh in a pivotal role, continues to draw attention from the film industryThe Tamil drama explores friendship, violence, love, and LGBTQ.
Published: October 10, 2026, 1:29 PM IST
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Rajinikanth gives special shoutout to Dorothy (PC: Instagram)
Karthik Subbaraj’s latest directorial venture, Dorothy, has been drawing attention for its unusual subject and the themes it exploresStarring Keerthy Suresh alongside Sananth and Rishikanth, the Tamil film moves beyond a conventional friendship drama to look at the social pressures that shape people’s livesNow, superstar Rajinikanth’s reported shoutout has brought further attention to the projectWith a respected director at the helm, a strong cast and music by Ilaiyaraaja, the film has several talking points for Tamil cinema fans.
Rajinikanth’s special shoutout for Dorothy
Rajinikanth’s appreciation for Dorothy has added to the attention surrounding Karthik Subbaraj’s latest filmThe director previously worked with the superstar on Petta (2019), making the association between the two an interesting point for fans.
Sharing the picture with Rajinikanth, Karthik Subbaraj wrote, “Thalaivaaaaa…Fantastic..Beautiful… Mindblowing’ !! Thalaivar Loveeedd #Dorothy and spoke in detail for an hour appreciating every aspect of the film…Can’t ask for more…Will forever remember the conversation & him saying…..”Intha Karthik Subbaraja thaan thedittu irunthen… Hat’s off” … Am flying
Love you Thalaiva … #ThalaivarRavesDorothy #DorothyWinsBIG #DorothyTheCinemaTheChange”
Dorothy marks Subbaraj’s 10th directorial feature and represents a different storytelling approach from some of his better-known commercial filmsThe filmmaker, known for projects such as Pizza and Jigarthanda, has built a reputation for experimenting with genres and challenging familiar storytelling patterns.
The film has also received appreciation from other prominent names in the industryVeteran filmmaker Mani Ratnam praised Subbaraj’s filmmaking style, describing him as a special talent and highlighting the film’s visual language and technical execution.
About Dorothy
Dorothy stars Keerthy Suresh, Sananth, and RishikanthIt was released on September 25, 2026Beyond its central relationships, Dorothy addresses questions about social acceptance, identity, and the treatment of people who do not fit conventional expectationsThese themes have contributed to discussions around the film since its release.
IMDb states, “Set in a world shaped by caste, violence, and toxic masculinity, two friends grow up inseparable in rural Tamil NaduTheir lives are transformed by the arrival of Dorothy, a woman whose compassion challenges the world around them.”
Karthik Subbaraj has said that the positive responses from viewers, particularly those who have reflected on their attitudes towards transgender people after watching the film, are meaningful to him.
The director has also defended his approach amid online criticism, choosing to focus on the conversations the film has encouragedCritics praised it for its daring, progressive, and unconventional storytelling.
