Director Mysskin Calls Karthik Subbaraj’s ‘Dorothy’ 100 Times Better Than ‘The Odyssey’

Director Mysskin’s recent comments about Karthik Subbaraj’s film ‘Dorothy’ have sparked intense discussion in film circles and on social media. At the film’s thanks meet, Mysskin made headlines by declaring that ‘Dorothy’ is “100 times better than ‘The Odyssey’,” referring to Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster. He emphasized that artistic merit should be valued over box-office numbers, stating his belief that Karthik’s latest work stands out for its creative brilliance.

Mysskin did not hold back in sharing his journey with Karthik Subbaraj’s films. He recalled finding one of Karthik’s earlier movies uninteresting, but said ‘Dorothy’ completely changed his perspective on the director’s talent. Drawing a parallel to his admiration for music legend Ilaiyaraaja, Mysskin expressed deep respect for Karthik, even joking about sharing drinks and showing his reverence in person.

‘Dorothy’, which marks Karthik Subbaraj’s 10th directorial venture, features Rishikanth, Sanathan, and Keerthy Suresh in lead roles, with music composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The film’s artistic approach and performances have already drawn attention, with earlier praise from actor Dhanush, who called it a masterpiece.

Mysskin’s comparison, however, has drawn mixed reactions online. While some viewers appreciate his passionate endorsement, others have questioned the scale of his claim, with some even mocking the statement as exaggerated. The debate continues as ‘Dorothy’ cements its place in contemporary cinema discussions.