Keerthy Suresh’s Dorothy Earns ₹3.5 Cr in Tamil Nadu, Telugu Release Awaits

Keerthy Suresh’s period drama Dorothy, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, has drawn significant attention since its premiere at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival. Known for her recent impactful performances, Keerthy leads a cast that includes Sananth and Rishikanth, with the film produced by Sikhya Entertainment and Jio Studios.

Dorothy received a wave of appreciation from celebrities and critics, with many praising its storytelling and performances. However, the film also sparked controversy after a kiss scene went viral online, prompting debate among netizens about Karthik Subbaraj’s creative choices. Despite this heightened visibility, the film’s box office performance in Tamil Nadu has not matched the buzz. Trade reports indicate Dorothy grossed only ₹3.5 crore during its opening weekend in the region, a figure considered underwhelming given the film’s high-profile team and festival acclaim.

Earlier coverage noted that Dorothy’s release had already sparked significant discussion, with both appreciation and controversy fueling conversations. Yet, the social media attention has not translated into strong ticket sales so far. The Telugu version of Dorothy is scheduled to release this week, and industry observers are watching closely to see if it can achieve better results in the Telugu states.

With the Tamil version’s collections falling short of expectations, all eyes are now on the upcoming Telugu release to determine if Dorothy can find greater commercial success beyond its initial market.