Presented by Jio Studios and produced by Sikya Entertainment and Dhamam Films, ‘Dorothy’ is directed by Karthik Subbaraj and stars Rishikanth, Sananth and Keerthy Suresh. The film is set to release in theatres on September 25, and its pre-release event was recently held.
Actor Muthupandi
Actor Muthupandi said:
“This is my first stage appearance. I thank Karthik sir for giving me this opportunity. Everyone has performed very well. I would also like to thank Keerthy Suresh ma’am, who has been a great support to this film.”
Actor Soundararajan
Actor Soundararajan said:
“I have known Karthik Subbaraj since his short-film days. He is an extremely talented director. His thoughts and actions are always aligned. He loves Madurai and its people immensely. I hope he grows into a great director at the national level as well.
Thank you for giving me an opportunity in ‘Dorothy’. I am happy to see the growth of Sananth and Rishi. Keerthy Suresh is a director’s actor. I have even got her autograph. My best wishes to the entire team.”
Art Director Kumar
Art director Kumar said:
“We explored locations in Dindigul and Madurai. There were many challenging aspects, but visually, the film will be very impressive. Everyone in the team has worked extremely hard. I am confident that the film will be a success.”
Actress Jeeva
Actress Jeeva said:
“‘Dorothy’ is the film that took me to the world stage for the first time. Once the film is released, I am sure you will all talk about it.
I was deeply moved when I was told that I was the first transgender person from Tamil Nadu to attend the Toronto Film Festival. I thank the entire team for taking such good care of me. I believe this film will remain a lifetime achievement for me.
Sananth and Rishi are like my younger brothers. Thank you for everyone’s love and support. Acting in a film featuring music by Ilaiyaraaja sir is truly a dream come true.”
Editor Ganesh Siva
Editor Ganesh Siva said:
“The film that inspired me to enter cinema was ‘Jigarthanda’. So, even in my dreams, I never imagined that I would one day work on a film directed by Karthik Subbaraj sir. This film itself felt like magic. It has come out very well.”
Actor Muthukumar
Actor Muthukumar said:
“This is a film that Indian cinema needs. I am happy to have played a good character in ‘Dorothy’. Watch the film and share your thoughts.”
Actor Rishikanth
Actor Rishikanth said:
“I thank Karthik Subbaraj sir for trusting me and giving me this opportunity. ‘Dorothy’ is releasing on the 25th.
We underwent two months of training in Madurai for this film. Karthik sir guided us very effectively. If we receive appreciation for this film, the entire credit goes to him.
Everyone in the team worked extremely hard. Keerthy ma’am has a wonderful heart, and I believe she will receive many more awards.
Sananth and I have been friends for many years, so I am happy that we have acted together. I completed shooting for ‘Dorothy’ even before ‘Modha Rathri’.
I never imagined that I would get an opportunity to act in a film with music by Raja sir. Thank you for everything.”
Actor Sananth
Actor Sananth said:
“Many people who watched the film at the Toronto Film Festival appreciated it. Some of them even hugged me. That was one of the most special moments of my life.
This is a special film for everyone in our team. After its release, I believe it will become a special film for all of you as well.
Through this film, Keerthy Suresh has become a good friend. Working with Karthik anna felt like going back to my short-film days. He gives me opportunities because of the trust he has in me. I always want to live up to that trust.
This film will also be special for Sakthi Film Factory, which is releasing it. I never even dreamed that I would act in a film with music by Raja sir. Now, we have danced to his song and even acted alongside him in a song.
The film releases on September 25. We need your support.”
Distributor Sakthivelan – Sakthi Film Factory
Distributor Sakthivelan said:
“This is an important film for me. I watched the film purely trusting Karthik sir’s direction and Raja sir’s music.
I am certain that this film will remain in everyone’s memory. It is an extremely commercial film. Like ‘Subramaniapuram’, this is a Madurai-based film presented in Karthik Subbaraj’s distinctive style.
It is an entertaining commercial film that will provide a great experience. The combination of Rishi and Sananth reminds me of what it might have been like if Rajinikanth and Vijayakanth had acted together in a film during the 1980s.”
Actress Keerthy Suresh
Actress Keerthy Suresh said:
“I immediately agreed to the film after reading the story because I feel proud to be part of a film like this.
Although I worked for only a few days, I learned many things from Karthik sir. I never imagined that I would act in a film with music by Raja sir.
All the technicians have worked exceptionally hard. Although I worked with Rishi and Sananth only for a short period, we developed a good bond.
The film releases on September 25. I believe it will become a film that is widely discussed around the world. Thank you.”
Director Karthik Subbaraj
Director Karthik Subbaraj said:
“The reason I developed an interest in cinema is the soil of Madurai, where I was born and raised. It is a place known for its love of cinema.
I have often heard many people say that ‘Iraivi’ is their favourite among my films. The reason is that it is closely connected to human emotions. It is also a story that came from my own experiences.
‘Dorothy’ is an even more emotional story than ‘Iraivi’. From the time we started this film, everything has felt like magic. Everyone who has watched the film has been appreciating it.
Every technician involved in the film, including the art director and editor, is highly talented. We all took care of multiple responsibilities during the making of this film.
We grew up listening to Raja sir’s music. The biggest blessing for this film is Raja sir’s music. Thank you, sir, for becoming the soul of ‘Dorothy’.
Sananth is a talented actor. We selected Rishi after an audition. Since Sananth and Rishi are genuinely good friends, their combination worked very well on screen.
Keerthy Suresh immediately agreed after hearing the story. Her screen presence has added even more value to the film.
All the actors have performed extremely well. This is my 10th film. Thank you all for your support.”
