Karthik Subbaraj’s newest directorial effort, Dorothy, has been generating considerable discussion for its subject matter. Featuring Keerthy Suresh, Sananth, and Rishikanth, the movie hit the big screen on September 25, arriving two weeks following its debut at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Although the feature experienced a modest box office start, it picked up momentum on its second day amid widespread chatter regarding its daring themes.
How Much Did Dorothy Earn At The Box Office In 2 Days?
The Tamil action-comedy-drama has garnered enthusiastic praise from reviewers. Opening day brought in 90 lakh at the box office. Day 2 saw a 30% jump in ticket sales, pulling in a net collection of 1.17 crore. This brings the two-day net total to 2.07 crore, translating to a domestic gross of 2.42 crore.
Day-Wise Box Office Collection Of Dorothy
- Day 1 – 90 lakh
- Day 2 – 1.17 crore
Total – 2.07 crore
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On Track To Be Karthik Subbaraj’s Lowest Grosser
Karthik Subbaraj is a prominent director in the Tamil film industry, known for helming projects like Jigarthanda DoubleX, Retro, Petta, and Mahaan. However, in the post-pandemic era, only three of his movies have seen theatrical releases, including Dorothy, which currently sits third on the list due to its softer earnings.
Total Net Collection Of Karthik Subbaraj’s Directorials Post-COVID:
- Retro – 60.58 crore
- Jigarthanda Double X – 44.33 crore
- Dorothy – 2.07 crore (2 days)
More About Dorothy
Alongside Keerthy Suresh, the picture stars Sananth and Rishikanth in primary roles. Set against the backdrop of the 1990s, the narrative examines a rural Tamil Nadu community defined by caste dynamics, violence, and toxic masculinity, where lifelong companions Karthi and Subbu grow up inseparable. Their existence shifts profoundly with the introduction of Dorothy, a woman whose empathy subtly shifts the paradigms around them.
The musical score was crafted by Ilaiyaraaja, marking his inaugural partnership with Karthik Subbaraj. In addition, production duties were handled by Guneet Monga Kapoor, Achin Jain, and Jyoti Deshpande.
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