Karthik Subbaraj’s Tamil film ‘Dorothy’, starring Rishikanth, Sananth and Keerthy Suresh, is set to make its digital debut on Netflix on October 23, 2026. The film, which explores the lives of transgender people in 1990s Madurai, will stream in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi. Following its theatrical release on September 25, the film is preparing to reach audiences who may have missed it in cinemas.
‘Dorothy’ OTT release date and platform: When and where to watch?
‘Dorothy’ is set to premiere on Netflix on October 23, 2026. Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, the Tamil film features Rishikanth, Sananth, Keerthy Suresh and Soundarajan in key roles. The film will be available to stream in five languages: Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi. Its multilingual release is expected to make the drama accessible to a wider audience across different regions.‘Dorothy’ arrived in theatres on September 25, 2026. After its theatrical run, the Netflix premiere offers another opportunity for viewers to discover the film, particularly those who were unable to watch it on the big screen. Set in Madurai during the 1990s, the film explores the lives of transgender people. Its subject and setting distinguish it from many mainstream Tamil releases, bringing a community and its experiences into the centre of the story.
Karthik Subbaraj’s ‘Dorothy’ received attention at the Toronto International Film Festival
Before its theatrical release, ‘Dorothy’ was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it reportedly received appreciation. The film also drew attention from actor Rajinikanth, according to the supplied report. Its portrayal of transgender lives has been a key talking point around the project. By placing its characters and experiences within the social landscape of 1990s Madurai, the film takes on a subject that remains relatively uncommon in mainstream Tamil cinema.The film’s team was also reportedly appreciated by Vanni Arasu, Minister for Social Justice, who invited the filmmakers to the Tamil Nadu Secretariat in Chennai. These responses helped keep ‘Dorothy’ in the conversation beyond its theatrical performance. With the film now heading to Netflix, it will have another opportunity to reach viewers and generate discussion around its themes and performances.
Ilaiyaraaja’s music adds to ‘Dorothy’ ahead of its Netflix premiere
Veteran composer Ilaiyaraaja has composed the music for ‘Dorothy’. Songs such as ‘Kalyana Virundhu’ and ‘Muthumani’ have drawn attention from listeners, adding another dimension to the film’s release. The composer’s involvement is among the film’s notable musical elements as it prepares for its digital premiere. With its October 23 streaming date confirmed, audiences will be able to experience the film and its soundtrack from home.
‘Dorothy’ cast and story
Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, ‘Dorothy’ stars Rishikanth, Sananth, Keerthy Suresh and Soundarajan in key roles. The film is set in 1990s Madurai and centres on the lives of transgender people, exploring a subject that is not often placed at the forefront of mainstream Tamil cinema.