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My Dear Dolly – A Love Story That Crosses the Line Between Romance and Obsession
Love can be complicated. Sometimes, it is beautiful. Sometimes, it becomes confusing. My Dear Dolly takes that confusion and turns it into a deeply emotional and slightly unsettling story.
Directed by A. Aravinth Raj, this Tamil romantic drama stars VJ Pappu (Pappu Nazar Sha) as Karthik and Anupama Anandraj as Sumithra.
A Relationship Built on Pressure
Karthik and Sumithra share a tense boss-subordinate relationship. They come from different generations — he carries a strong 90s mindset, while she represents a modern 2K outlook. Their personalities clash often, yet circumstances push them into an unusual decision.
To satisfy family pressure, they agree to enter a “fake marriage.” The deal is simple: stay married for six months, then quietly separate.
At first, it feels practical. No emotions. No expectations.
But life rarely follows agreements.
When Emotions Take Over
As time passes, misunderstandings and ego clashes grow. A serious argument finally pushes Sumithra to walk away — this time for real.
For Karthik, her departure is more than just the end of an arrangement. It leaves him shattered.
Unable to cope with her absence, he begins living with a mannequin that looks exactly like Sumithra. What may sound strange on paper becomes the film’s emotional core. Is it loneliness? Is it guilt? Or is it love he never understood until it was too late?
When Sumithra returns and sees Karthik’s unusual obsession, she is forced to confront a painful truth — his feelings may have been deeper than she ever imagined.
Performances & Tone
VJ Pappu brings to Karthik’s character, portraying a man struggling vulnerability between ego and emotional dependence. Anupama Anandraj adds strength and clarity to Sumithra, representing a woman who refuses to be trapped in emotional confusion.
The supporting cast, including KPY Rajavelu and Sudha Belawadi, adds depth to the story’s family and social backdrop.
With music by M. Fazil and a runtime of 111 minutes, the film keeps its focus tight, centering on emotional tension rather than dramatic spectacle.
More Than Just a Love Story
My Dear Dolly is not a typical romantic film. It explores the thin line between love and obsession. It questions whether emotional attachment can turn unhealthy when left unspoken.
At its heart, the film speaks about loneliness, generational misunderstandings, and the fear of losing someone before realizing their value.
Final Thoughts
My Dear Dolly tells a love story that feels unusual and layered. It may not be light-hearted romance, but it offers a different perspective on relationships and emotional dependency.
For viewers who enjoy character-driven dramas with psychological undertones, this film offers something thoughtful — and slightly haunting.