Dorothy Movie Review | Anupama Chopra | THR India

Anupama Chopra reviews Dorothy, directed by Karthik Subbaraj and starring Sananth, Rishikanth and Keerthy Suresh. Set in the early 1990s, the film follows childhood friends Karthi and Subbu as their lives are shaped by rigid masculine ideals, caste honour and violence. The arrival of Dorothy changes how they see the world, in a story that brings together friendship, love and local gangsters while exploring inclusivity, acceptance and compassion.

Anupama examines how Karthik uses mainstream cinematic grammar to tell an unconventional story, praising the depth of Sananth and Rishikanth’s performances, Keerthy’s grace and Ilaiyaraaja’s expansive score. While the sharp narrative turns and a central twist that feels inorganic prevent every idea from landing, the film’s craft and emotional ambition leave a lasting impression. The THR Bottomline: Dorothy must be seen for its audacity and ambition, despite its uneven storytelling.