Keerthy Suresh explains why she AGREED to Karthik Subbaraj's 'Dorothy' right

Keerthy Suresh has opened up about joining Karthik Subbaraj's 'Dorothy', a film with music by Ilaiyaraaja, saying she agreed as soon as she read the synopsis. Speaking at the film's pre-release event in Chennai, the actor also said she expects 'Dorothy', which arrives in theatres on September 25, to be appreciated well beyond India.

Keerthy Suresh reveals why she immediately said yes to 'Dorothy'

'Dorothy' brings together director Karthik Subbaraj and composer Ilaiyaraaja, with Keerthy Suresh, Rishikanth and Sananth playing key roles. Thiru has handled the cinematography. The film releases in theatres on September 25. The quotes in this report are from Keerthy Suresh's remarks at the Chennai pre-release event, as reported by Cinema Vikatan.Keerthy Suresh recalled how Karthik Subbaraj first approached her with the project.

"Karthik Subbaraj sir first sent me the synopsis and asked me, 'Would you be interested in doing a film like this?' After reading it, I immediately told him, 'Definitely, I will do it, sir,'" she said.She added that being part of a film like 'Dorothy' felt like a matter of pride. Although she worked on the project for only a few days, Keerthy said she learned several things from the director during that time.

Keerthy Suresh praises Ilaiyaraaja and predicts global appreciation for 'Dorothy'

The actor also spoke about the chance to be part of a film with Ilaiyaraaja's music.

"The name Dorothy means 'a gift from God'. I believe this film will also be a gift to the audience," she said. She went on to add, "I never even imagined in my dreams that I would get to act in a film with music composed by Ilaiyaraaja sir."Keerthy also expressed confidence that the film would be talked about not only across India but also internationally. Her comments show how high expectations are as the theatrical release nears.

Keerthy Suresh thanks Karthik Subbaraj and cinematographer Thiru

Keerthy thanked Karthik Subbaraj for giving her the opportunity and praised the film's cinematographer, Thiru. "Just as Priyan sir is a guru to me, Thiru sir is also my guru," she said.She revealed that 'Dorothy' is her third film with Thiru and her first Tamil film with him. She added that she has known him since her debut film, 'Geethanjali'.

Why Karthik Subbaraj chose Keerthy Suresh

Karthik Subbaraj explained that he picked Keerthy because the female character needed an actor who could combine star presence with strong performance skills. With the film releasing on September 25, the team is now looking forward to taking 'Dorothy' to audiences.