‘Dorathy’ is a film directed by Karthik Subbaraj and produced by Jio Studios, Sikya Entertainment and Dhammam Films, starring Rishikanth, Sanand, and Keerthy Suresh. The pre-release event of this film, which will be released in theaters on September 25, was held.
Actor Muthupandi said, “This is my first stage. Thank you to Karthik sir for giving me the opportunity. Everyone has acted well. Thank you to Keerthi Suresh mam, who was the guiding light for this film as the Meenakshi of the lyrics in Raja sir’s music.”
Actor Soundararajan said, “I have known Karthik Subbaraj since the short film days. He is a very talented director. His thoughts and actions are one. He loves Madurai and those people very much. He should grow up to be a great director in India as well. Thank you for giving me a chance in the film ‘Dorati’. I am happy with the development of both Sanand and Rishi. Keerthy Suresh is the director’s actress. I have bought her autograph. Congratulations to all the crew.”
Art director Kumar said, “We looked at locations in Dindigul and Madurai. There were a lot of challenging things. It will be visually good. The entire crew has worked hard. The film will definitely be a success.”
Actress Jeeva said, “The movie ‘Dorathy’ was the first to take me to the world stage. After the movie’s release, you will definitely talk about it. Thank you to Karthik Subbaraj sir. They said that I was the first transgender person from Tamil Nadu to go to the Toronto Film Festival. It was emotional. Thank you to all the crew who took good care of me. I hope this movie will be the achievement of my life. Sanand and Rishi are my brothers. Thank you to everyone for their love. Acting in Ilayaraja sir’s music is a dream come true.”
Film editor Ganesh Siva said, “The film that made me enter the cinema was Jigarthanda. At that time, I never even dreamed that I would work in a Karthik Subbaraj sir film. This film itself was like magic. The film has come out well.”
Actor Muthukumar said, “This is a necessary film for Indian cinema. It is satisfying to have played a good role in the film ‘Dorathy’. Watch the film and tell me.”
Actor Rishikant said, “Thank you Karthik Subbaraj sir for believing in me and giving me this opportunity. ‘Doraathi’ is releasing on the 25th. We trained for two months in Madurai for this film. Karthik sir guided us very skillfully. If we get appreciation for this film, it will be entirely on his behalf. The entire crew has worked hard. Keerthi mam will win many more awards for her kindness. Sanandhu and I have been friends for many years. We are happy to have acted together. I finished ‘Doraathi’ before ‘Modharaathri’. I never even dreamed that I would act in Raja sir’s music. Thank you for everything.”
Actor Sanand said, “Many people who saw the film at the Toronto Film Festival praised it. They also hugged me. It was a special moment in my life. This is a special film for all our team members. After the release, it will become a special film for you too. Keerthy Suresh has become a good friend through this film. Working with Karthik brother was like going back to the days of short films. He is giving me opportunities because of the trust he has in me. I must always maintain that trust. This film will also be special for Shakti Film Factory, which is releasing this film. I never even dreamed that I would act in Raja sir’s music. Now we have danced to his song and acted in a song with him. The film is releasing on the 25th. We need your support.”
Distributor, Sakthivelan of Shakthi Film Factory, said, “This is an important film for me. I watched the film only relying on Karthik sir’s direction and Raja sir’s music. This film will definitely be remembered by everyone. It is an extreme level commercial film. It is a Madurai film in Karthik Subbaraj sir’s style like the film Subramaniapuram. It is a celebratory commercial film. This film will give you a great experience. The Rishi-Sanand combination will be like what it would be like if Rajini-Vijayakant sir acted together in a film in the eighties.”
Actress Keerthy Suresh, “I immediately agreed to this film after reading the story. Because it is an honor for me to act in a film like this. Even though I worked for a few days, I learned a lot from Karthik sir. I never even dreamed that I would act in Raja sir’s music. All the technicians have worked very well. Even though I have only worked with Rishi and Sanand for a few days, I have created a good bond with them. The film releases on September 25. I am sure that it will be a film that will be talked about worldwide. Thank you”.
Director Karthik Subbaraj said, “The reason I got interested in cinema is the land of Madurai where I was born and raised. It is a place known for its taste in cinema. I have heard many people say that Iraivi is the most popular of my films. The reason is that it is close to human emotions. The story is also from my own experience. ‘Dorathy’ is a more emotional story than ‘Iraivi’. This film has been like magic since its inception. Everyone who has seen the film has been praising it. The art director, the editor, and every technical team of the film are talented. We all saw every work in this film. We grew up listening to Raja sir’s music. The biggest blessing for this film is Raja sir’s music. Thank you sir for Dorothy being the soul of the film. Sanand is a talented actor. We cast Rishi after auditioning. Since Sanand and Rishi are real friends, it worked out well on screen. Keerthy Suresh immediately agreed after hearing the story. Her screen presence gave the film even more value. All the actors have acted well. This My 10th film. Thank you for all your support.”