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Dorothy isn’t just a film. It’s a reckoning. And Sananth and Rishikanth? They’re the ones holding the mirror.
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Dorothy isn’t just a film. It’s a reckoning. And Sananth and Rishikanth? They’re the ones holding the mirror.

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.

Meesaya Murukku 2's team claims the film crossed 51 crore in four days and celebrated with a thank-you event, but Sacnilk-based trackers put its five-day India total at around 22 crore.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Acclaimed director Mysskin praised the Tamil film ‘Dorothy’ during a birthday trip to Canada, calling it a must‑see for all households and commending Karthik Supraj’s visual storytelling, sparking a wave of social‑media discussion.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.