Breaking Hype
Dorothy Didn’t Just Break Through — It Broke Open
Two actors, a decade of struggle, and a film that changed them both — and the audience — in ways no trailer could promise.
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Karthik Subbaraj is an Indian director, writer and producer working in the Tamil film industry. Known for quirky, visually flamboyant genre films, he is considered a prominent director in modern Tamil cinema.
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Box Office
Dorothy Box Office Collection Drops To 83 Lakh On Day 6
Dorothy, directed by Karthik Subbaraj and starring Keerthy Suresh, Rishi and Sananth, collected just 83 lakh on its sixth day in theatres, per Sacnilk, taking its total past 6 crore since its September 25 release.
1 day ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Keerthy Suresh thanks Karthik Subbaraj, crew after Dorothy release
On 30 September Keerthy Suresh shared a carousel of Dorothy’s set images, thanking director Karthik Subbaraj, legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja, fellow actors Rishikanth and Sananth, and the visual team for a film that stole a piece of her heart.
2 days ago1 min
Breaking Hype
Dorothy Nets Over Five Crore in Five Days, Beats Revolver Rita
The film Dorothy has amassed a net of 5.25 crore after five days, with a 33 percent occupancy average, surpassing the lifetime earnings of Revolver Rita, according to trade data.
2 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Karthik Subbaraj’s ‘Dorothy’ Sparks Boycott Wave in Tamil Nadu
Karthik Subbaraj’s latest drama Dorothy, which follows a trans woman’s journey in rural Madurai, has ignited fierce online backlash after a same‑sex kiss, prompting a wider debate on queer representation and caste‑driven violence in Tamil cinema.
2 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Keerthy Suresh’s Emotional Instagram Tribute to ‘Dorothy’
Keerthy Suresh shared an Instagram carousel of ‘Dorothy’ on set, praising Karthik Subbaraj’s vision, Ilaiyaraaja’s score and the camaraderie with Rishikanth, Sananth and cinematographer Tirru.
2 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Karthik Subbaraj Announces Netflix Film Starring Upendra, Prabhu Deva
Karthik Subbaraj has confirmed his next movie will land on Netflix, featuring veteran Upendra, dance maestro Prabhu Deva and newcomer Atharva. Based on a Puliyattam‑centric novel, the film is already in early production, with more details promised soon.
2 days ago2 min
Box Office
Dorothy Collects Just Rs 5.25 Crore Net In Five Days
Dorothy, Karthik Subbaraj's same-sex love story with Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth, has managed only Rs 5.25 crore net in five days as online backlash over its climax kiss keeps audiences away.
2 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Dorothy Sparks Celebration and Backlash Among Tamil Trans Community
The Tamil film Dorothy, released on September 25, is being hailed by trans activists for its authentic portrayal of gender dysphoria and love, even as some netizens launch hateful attacks on its final kiss scene.
2 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Karthik Subbaraj Pushes Back as Dorothy Faces Homophobia Outcry
Karthik Subbaraj’s film Dorothy sparked a wave of homophobia complaints before its release. The director claims the backlash faded as viewers in Tamil Nadu responded with applause at the ending.
3 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy Collects Rs 3.66 Crore In Three Days
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy has crossed Rs 3.66 crore in three days per Sacnilk data, even as its unexpected focus on transgender and queer themes draws both praise and backlash from Tamil audiences.
3 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Dorothy Rakes In ₹4.40 Crore Over Four Days Amid Backlash
Keerthy Suresh-starrer Dorothy has collected ₹4.40 crore in four days despite protests from groups demanding a ban, with Day 4 alone bringing in ₹85 lakh, according to Sacnilk data.
3 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Trans Community Defends Tamil Film ‘Dorothy’ Amid Online Hate
After ‘Dorothy’ hit theatres, trans leaders in Chennai appealed for empathy, saying the movie mirrors their real experiences and calling for better gender education to curb online vitriol.
3 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Dorothy’s Tamil Nadu Opening Falls Short of Festival Hype
Independent film Dorothy, starring Keerthy Suresh, opened to modest earnings of Rs 3.5 crore in Tamil Nadu, a stark contrast to the buzz generated at Toronto and on social media.
4 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Dorothy Nets Rs 3.55 Crore in First Three Days
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy earned Rs 3.55 crore in three days, marking a 55% rise on Sunday and securing a spot among the top‑10 highest‑grossing post‑pandemic films starring Keerthy Suresh.
4 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Dorothy Gets Extra Screenings After Weekend Box‑Office Upswing
Dorothy opened to mixed reviews, but weekend box‑office numbers rose, prompting the distributor to schedule more screenings. Director Karthik Subbaraj appealed for patience, dismissing fake online critiques as the film heads into weekdays.
4 days ago3 min
Breaking Hype
Mysskin Calls ‘Dorothy’ a Landmark Tamil Film After Canadian Screening
After watching ‘Dorothy’ abroad, acclaimed filmmaker Mysskin lauded the movie’s raw look at patriarchy, urging viewers to see it beyond pure entertainment and consider its deeper social messages.
5 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Malaysia Blocks Keerthy Suresh's Dorothy Over LGBTQ Content
Keerthy Suresh's gangster drama Dorothy has been denied a release in Malaysia after its censor board objected to same-sex content in the film, according to Telugu Filmibeat. The film already carries an A certificate in India.
5 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Critic Prashanth Backs Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy On Transgender Lives
Critic Prashanth's review of Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy, starring Keerthy Suresh, Rishikanth and Sanath, praises its transgender storyline, Ilaiyaraaja's score, and defends the director against accusations he's cashing in on the subject.
5 days ago2 min
Box Office
Dorothy’s Day‑Two Box‑Office Climb Fails to Offset Modest Opening
The film Dorothy earned 90 lakh on opening day and 1.17 crore net on day two, bringing its Indian gross to roughly 2.42 crore, far short of expectations.
5 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy Nearly Doubles Its Box Office On Day Two
Dorothy, Karthik Subbaraj's Tamil drama starring Keerthy Suresh with music by Ilaiyaraaja, picked up pace on day two, taking its two-day Tamil Nadu total past Rs 2 crore according to Sacnilk.
5 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Mani Ratnam lauds Karthik Subbaraj’s bold ‘Dorothy’
Mani Ratnam complimented Karthik Subbaraj’s ‘Dorothy’, calling it a progressive venture that handles its queer narrative with finesse, while fans await a Telugu version of the controversial film.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Dorothy Faces Possible Malaysia Ban Over LGBTQ Themes
The Tamil‑language film Dorothy, released on September 25, is reportedly denied a theatrical run in Malaysia because of same‑sex attraction scenes, though no official censorship order has been released yet.
6 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Karthik Subbaraj Announces Netflix Dance Drama Featuring Upendra, Prabhu Deva and Atharvaa
After the buzz around Dorothy, Karthik Subbaraj confirmed his upcoming Netflix film will spotlight a traditional dance form, with a cast that includes Upendra, Prabhu Deva and Atharvaa, and a commercial action angle.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Dorothy Opens With 90 Lakh, Marks Keerthy’s Low Box‑Office Start
Dorothy, Karthik Subbaraj’s Tamil drama featuring Keerthy Suresh, earned a net 90 lakh on its opening day. Critics praised it, but the collection ranks among the actress’s lowest post‑COVID openings, with hopes of a weekend lift.
6 days ago2 min
Box Office
Dorothy Opens To Rs 69 Lakh Amid Online Backlash Over Its Script
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy collected just Rs 69 lakh on its opening day, trade sources told Filmibeat Tamil, as social media anger over a dialogue about transgender representation weighed on ticket sales.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Keerthy Suresh’s ‘Dorothy’ Stirs Online Fury Over LGBTQ Scenes
Dorothy, Keerthy Suresh’s latest Tamil venture, tackles same‑sex intimacy and has ignited a polarised reaction online, with some Tamil viewers trolling the film while urban audiences commend its boldness.
6 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Karthik Subbaraj’s ‘Dorothy’ Stirs LGBTQ Debate in India
Karthik Subbaraj’s new film ‘Dorothy’, starring Keerthy Suresh, hit Indian screens on September 25, confronting caste, patriarchy and a transgender plot twist, sparking fierce online debate and alleged censorship in Malaysia.
25 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy Splits Twitter On Release Day
Dorothy hit theatres on September 25, and early Twitter reactions are split between praise for Karthik Subbaraj's restrained direction and confusion over the film's actual plot, which isn't the queer romance many expected.
25 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Dhanush Calls Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy A Masterpiece
Dhanush has called Karthik Subbaraj's new film Dorothy a masterpiece, singling out Ilaiyaraaja's score, as the Keerthy Suresh starrer opens in theatres following a warm reception at Toronto.
25 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Six Films Across Three Languages Clash At Theatres This Friday
Six films in three languages hit screens on September 25, including Karthik Subbaraj's Dhoratti with Keerthy Suresh, Meesaya Murukku 2 nine years after the original, and Sivaji Ganesan's grandson's debut Lenin Pandian.
23 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Dorothy Team Descends On Pollachi Days Before Release
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy, starring Keerthy Suresh and Rishikanth, heads into its September 25 release with Ilaiyaraaja's music drawing crowds and the team out meeting fans in Pollachi, according to Filmibeat Tamil.
20 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Keerthy Suresh Flies To London A Day After Vijay's Own Trip
Keerthy Suresh was filmed greeting fans at a London airport a day after Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay's trip abroad, sending social media into speculation mode even as fans dismissed any connection.
15 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy Gets Standing Ovation At Toronto Fest
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy, starring Keerthy Suresh with music by Ilaiyaraaja, reportedly drew a standing ovation at its Toronto International Film Festival premiere, according to filmmaker Seenu Ramasamy.
15 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy Gets Standing Ovation At TIFF Premiere
Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy premiered at TIFF 2026 to a standing ovation, the first Tamil film to screen there in ten years. It stars Keerthy Suresh and hits cinemas September 25.
12 Sept 20262 min