Mammootty praises Karthik Subbaraj and Keerthy Suresh's 'Dorothy'; director says 'You always inspire'

'Dorothy' is Karthik Subbaraj's 10th directorial venture. The movie also marks his first collaboration with veteran composer Ilaiyaraaja. The movie is getting good reviews from the audiences and a decent hold at the box office.Karthik Subbaraj has now thanked Mammootty after the veteran actor watched 'Dorothy' and appreciated the work of the filmmaker and his team. The director shared his gratitude on social media after meeting Mammootty along with members of the movie's cast.Mammootty watched the movie and later met Karthik Subbaraj and the actors. “Thank you Mammootty sir for your wishes, time and appreciation for Dorothy. You always inspire,” Karthik Subbaraj wrote.The interaction comes as 'Dorothy' continues its theatrical run after opening worldwide on September 25. The movie features Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth in prominent roles.'Dorothy' marks Karthik Subbaraj's 10th directorialThe film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival before its worldwide theatrical release. It is set in rural Tamil Nadu during the early 1990s. The story centers on two childhood friends, Karthi and Subbu. Rishikanth and Sananth portray the two characters as they grow up in a difficult social environment.Their lives are influenced by caste divisions, violence and rigid patriarchal beliefs. The arrival of a compassionate woman gradually challenges the prejudice surrounding them.Keerthy Suresh plays DorothyKeerthy Suresh plays the titular character in the movie. Her character becomes an important influence on the two friends and their understanding of the world around them.As the story moves forward, the friendship between Karthi and Subbu faces a major challenge. One of them is sent to track down the other years after they have gone their separate ways. The journey explores themes of love, guilt and human dignity. The climax of 'Dorothy' is said to be groundbreaking.'Dorothy' earns Rs 9.15 cr India netAccording to Sacnilk, 'Dorothy' has collected Rs 9.15 cr in India net. The movie's India gross collection stands at Rs 10.61 cr, while its worldwide gross is also reported at Rs 10.61 cr. The Tamil version accounts for Rs 8.94 cr of the India net collection. The movie began its theatrical run with Rs 90 lakhs on September 25.The collection increased to Rs 1.25 cr on Day 2 and Rs 1.40 cr on Day 3. It then recorded Rs 85 lakhs on both Day 4 and Day 5. On September 30, the movie collected Rs 83 lakhs. Its Day 7 collection stood at Rs 78 lakhs on October 1. The film's earnings improved during the following two days. 'Dorothy' collected Rs 1.08 cr on October 2 and Rs 1.00 cr on October 3.Coming to the Tamil belt, its daily collection began with Rs 90 lakhs on Day 1. It earned Rs 1.25 cr on Day 2 and Rs 1.40 cr on Day 3. The film then collected Rs 85 lakhs each on Day 4 and Day 5.Day 6 brought Rs 83 lakhs, followed by Rs 78 lakhs on Day 7. The collection climbed to Rs 1.08 cr on Day 8 before settling at Rs 1.00 cr on Day 9. The Tamil version's total net collection has reached Rs 8.94 cr. Meanwhile, the Telugu version has collected Rs 21 lakhs in two days.Get the latest Bollywood & Entertainment News, and more. Download the TOI app.Give your child the gift of confidence! Claim your exclusive TOI Masterclass spot today!