‘Dorothy’ trailer: Childhood buddies turn rivals in Karthik Subbaraj’s gangster-drama
The trailer for Karthik Subbaraj’s gangster-drama 'Dorothy' has been released, featuring music by Ilaiyaraaja and starring Keerthy Suresh. The film, which premiered at TIFF, explores themes of violence and complex relationships and is set for a theatrical release on September 25.
Why it matters
The film's premiere at a major international festival like TIFF highlights the growing global recognition of contemporary Tamil cinema.
The trailer of Karthik Subbaraj’s upcoming gangster-drama, Dorothy was unveiled by the makers on Friday (September 18, 2026). With a soundtrack composed by Illaiyaraaja, the film stars Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth in pivotal roles.
The trailer opens with a conversation between two boys during a movie screening as they watch a kissing scene. One of them closes his eyes as the other tells him, “We will also be expected to kiss girls like this when we grow up, so pay attention.” The trailer then switches into their adult life as they get caught in the world of violence and the character of Keerthy is seen interacting with the two, posing a challenge to their bond. The movie promises to explore the complexities of violence in an understated manner.
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