Karthik Subbaraj’s latest directorial venture ‘Dorothy’ has received a notable endorsement from veteran filmmaker Mani Ratnam, who has praised both the film and its director.
In a video message shared by the makers, Mani Ratnam spoke about Subbaraj’s place among the new generation of Tamil filmmakers. He described the director as a distinctive talent and highlighted the contribution he continues to make to the industry.
Ratnam was particularly appreciative of Subbaraj’s filmmaking craft. He pointed to the director’s handling of visual language, shots and technical aspects, while expressing admiration for the control evident in his work.
The filmmaker also singled out ‘Dorothy’ as a film that stood apart for him. He noted that the impact of the movie was further enhanced by the music of legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja.
‘Dorothy’ brings together Rishikanth, Sananth and Keerthy Suresh in the lead roles. The film had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it received a standing ovation before arriving in theatres worldwide.
The film also marks the first collaboration between Karthik Subbaraj and Ilaiyaraaja. The combination has been one of the talking points surrounding the project since its festival premiere.
With Mani Ratnam now adding his appreciation to the film’s growing attention, ‘Dorothy’ continues to generate discussion around Subbaraj’s filmmaking approach and the performances of its lead cast.