Dhanush calls Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy a masterpiece ahead of its release

Dhanush has thrown his weight behind Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy, calling the film "a masterpiece" just a day before it reaches theatres. The actor shared his reaction on social media, and his words have given fresh buzz to a release that fans were already watching closely.

In his post, Dhanush described the film as "Bold and poignant. Raw and intense." He also said that every actor in it "has performed brilliantly". He kept special praise for the music, singling out Ilaiyaraaja's work and calling it "Rudhrathandavam from Isaignani". He closed by sending his best wishes to Karthik Subbaraj, whom he called his dear friend, and to the whole team ahead of the release.

Dorothy is directed by Karthik Subbaraj and has Keerthy Suresh in the lead role. Sananth and Rishikanth play other key parts, and Ilaiyaraaja has composed the music. The film opens in theatres on September 25, 2026. It has reportedly been given an A certificate by the censor board.

The film is reportedly an independent period drama, and reports say it caught attention after premiering at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival. It is said to be backed by Sikhya Entertainment and Jio Studios. The story reportedly centres on the title character and the situations around her, and the project has stood out for bringing the director together with the veteran composer.

Dhanush's praise carries extra weight because of his history with the filmmaker. The two reportedly worked together earlier on Jagame Thandhiram, which drew mixed reviews. With such a strong word from a star who knows the director well, all eyes are now on how audiences respond when Dorothy opens.