For the past two weeks, Karthik Subbaraj’s latest directorial, Dorothy, has been drawing appreciation from audiences, critics and members of the film fraternity. Headlined by Rishikanth and Sananth, the film has received praise from prominent names such as Dhanush, Suriya, Mani Ratnam and Upendra, among others. Now, the filmmaker has received a particularly special endorsement, with his longtime idol Rajinikanth expressing his admiration for the film.
Karthik Subbaraj has never shied away from expressing his admiration for the Superstar. Having previously collaborated with the veteran actor on Petta, the filmmaker has often spoken about his fandom. With Dorothy marking his 10th directorial venture, Rajinikanth’s appreciation of the film has made the occasion even more memorable for him.
Taking to social media, Karthik shared photographs from his meeting with Rajinikanth, offering a glimpse into the veteran actor’s reaction to the film. According to the filmmaker, the conversation went well beyond a brief exchange of pleasantries, with the actor spending considerable time discussing the film and its various aspects with him and the lead actors.
“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,” he shared.
For Karthik, who has consistently worn his Rajinikanth fandom on his sleeve, the actor’s words were clearly a moment to cherish. The filmmaker’s post also reflects the personal significance of receiving such a response from someone whose screen persona has long been a source of admiration for him.
Sananth reacts to Rajinikanth’s praise
Sananth, who plays one of the central characters in Dorothy, also shared his excitement following the meeting. The actor, who previously appeared alongside Rajinikanth in Petta, revealed the veteran star’s reaction to his performance in the film.
” Award confirm! Enna oru challenging ana role! Hats off! Sema Alaga iruntheenga! Petta la patha Anwar ah ithu?!”
Rajinikanth’s response appears to have particularly impressed Sananth, with the actor’s remarks highlighting the challenging nature of his role and the transformation from his earlier appearance as Anwar in Petta. Rishikanth, the other lead actor in Dorothy, has also shared screen space with Rajinikanth, having appeared in Coolie.
The appreciation from Rajinikanth adds another significant name to the growing list of industry figures who have acknowledged the film. For the two lead actors, the response also marks a notable moment in their careers, particularly given their previous associations with the Superstar.
What is Dorothy about?
Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, Dorothy brings together Sananth and Rishikanth as Subbu and Karthi, two friends whose lives have been shaped by the toxic masculinity, caste prejudice and violence surrounding them. Their established worldview begins to shift when they encounter Dorothy, played by Keerthy Suresh, whose compassion challenges the biases they have grown accustomed to.
Rather than treating these social prejudices as abstract ideas, the film explores how they influence personal relationships and shape the way individuals perceive the world around them. Dorothy’s presence becomes a catalyst for change, forcing the two friends to reconsider the beliefs that have informed their lives.
The film also marks a significant milestone for legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja, with Dorothy being his 1,540th film as a music director. It is produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Guneet Monga Kapoor and Achin Jain. The technical crew includes cinematographer S Thirunavukkarasu, editor Ganesh Siva and choreographer Sherif M.
With appreciation coming in from across the industry, Dorothy continues to generate conversation around its themes and performances. However, for Karthik Subbaraj, the latest endorsement carries a deeply personal significance. Having spent years celebrating Rajinikanth as a fan, the filmmaker now has the Superstar’s own words of appreciation to remember his 10th directorial by.
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