{
  "id": 9964218,
  "title": "Dorothy Controversy: Karthik Subbaraj's Film BANNED In Malaysia Over LGBTQ+ Content - Report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/dorothy-controversy-karthik-subbarajs-film-banned-in-malaysia-over",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-26T10:03:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/dorothy-controversy-karthik-subbarajs-keerthy-suresh-film-banned-from-release-in-malaysia-over-lgbtq-content-report"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dorothy, a movie directed by Karthik Subbaraj, is facing controversy in Malaysia due to its alleged LGBTQ+ content. The film, which stars Keerthy Suresh, Sananth, and Rishikanth, was released in theaters on September 25.\n\nThe movie has been under scrutiny for its portrayal of same-sex attraction, with some viewers demanding a ban. Despite the debate, the film has received support from others who defend its portrayal.\n\nHowever, a recent report suggests that Dorothy may not receive a theatrical release in Malaysia. According to the report by The Hindu Tamil, the film has reportedly been denied a theatrical release in the country, citing LGBTQ-related content as the reason.\n\nKeerthy Suresh, who plays the titular role, has also expressed her concerns over AI misuse after photos of her in suggestive outfits were morphed. The official Malaysian censorship order confirming the reported ban has not been confirmed yet, making the development a reported decision rather than an officially confirmed ban.",
  "summary": "Dorothy, starring Keerthy Suresh in the titular role alongside Sananth and Rishikanth, was released in theatres on September 25. The film has been facing a social media backlash over its alleged LGBTQ+ content, with some viewers demanding a ban, while others have defended the film and its portrayal. Dorothy Banned In Malaysia Amid the ongoing debate, a fresh report has claimed that Dorothy may…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}