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‘Double standards’: Kiara Advani slammed for Toxic’s steamy ‘Tabaahi’, Yash applauded | Regional News

‘Double standards’: Kiara Advani slammed for Toxic’s steamy ‘Tabaahi’, Yash applauded | Regional News

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4 min readKochiJul 17, 2026 12:21 PM IST Ever since its official announcement, Toxic has been one of the most anticipated Indian movies of the decade, particularly since it marks the comeback of actor Yash after the monstrous success of director Prashanth Neel’s KGF: Chapter 1 (2018) and KGF: Chapter 2 (2022). Although every promotional material unveiled in the run-up to Toxic’s August 2026 release is going viral instantly, not all discussions are in favour. While some audiences have praised Toxic’s ambitious scale and Yash’s screen presence, certain sections have also criticised the movie’s purported glorification of violence and on-screen sexualisation of women. Don’t Miss | ‘I am an actor, not a politician’: Vivek Oberoi reacts to Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike Toxic’s Tabaahi song controversy The recently released video song “Tabaahi,” in particular, drew polarised reactions, with some praising Yash for his phenomenal looks while others criticised the song for its steamy scenes. Although such moments featured both Yash and actor Kiara Advani, attacks were mostly directed at her, with fans conveniently overlooking her male …

Once ‘nervous’ about romance, Yash shares steamy moments with Kiara Advani

Once ‘nervous’ about romance, Yash shares steamy moments with Kiara Advani

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With Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups gearing up for its theatrical release on August 26, the makers have unveiled the official video of Tabaahi, the first song from Yash’s much-awaited action drama. While the audio version was released a few months ago, the music video now offers fans their first extended glimpse of Yash and Kiara Advani together on screen, teasing an intense love story. Released by Zee Music Company, the 4-minute-26-second music video unfolds like a dark romantic tale, blending passion and longing. The video opens with a quote by 13th-century Persian poet Rumi: “Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there.” Yash and Kiara Advani’s chemistry steals the show The spotlight firmly remains on the chemistry between Yash and Kiara Advani. The two are seen sharing stolen moments of love across multiple settings—from walking through narrow stone alleys and embracing on a serene beach to kissing inside a vintage car and driving through picturesque landscapes in a red retro convertible. One of the visuals sho …

Toxic director supports Huma Qureshi’s Baby Do Die Do as it makes only ₹2 crore at box office; calls it ‘family risk’

Toxic director supports Huma Qureshi’s Baby Do Die Do as it makes only ₹2 crore at box office; calls it ‘family risk’

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Baby Do Die Do, starring Huma Qureshi, was released in theatres the same day as Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari. As the two female-led action films clashed at the box office on July 3, the YRF film fared comparatively better. Geetu Mohandas, who directed Huma in her Kannada-English film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, posted in support of the underdog. Huma Qureshi plays the lead role in the action film Baby Do Die Do. Geetu Mohandas supports Baby Do Die Do Geetu posted a selfie with Huma on her Instagram, along with praise for Baby Do Die Do from critics. “I just watched Baby Do Die Do!! and this isn’t a review …just what it felt like to sit there surrounded by a story built by people I know… a sister and brother who bet on each other, a partner who delivered exactly what I always knew he had in him. I wasn’t watching strangers succeed. I was watching people I care about become exactly who I always knew they’d become,” wrote the filmmaker. …

‘Most heroes don’t listen to female directors’: Huma Qureshi defends Toxic, backs Yash | Bollywood News

‘Most heroes don’t listen to female directors’: Huma Qureshi defends Toxic, backs Yash | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiJul 6, 2026 09:48 AM IST The teaser for Yash’s highly-awaited film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups was released recently. Fans are excited to watch the upcoming gangster-action, especially because of its stellar ensemble cast. In a recent interview, Huma Qureshi, who plays the character Elizabeth in Toxic, opened up about the film’s acclaimed director Geetu Mohandas. The actor also shared that the movie will leave everyone ‘shaken’. During a podcast with The Lallantop, she was asked about her upcoming film Toxic, during an audience interaction session. “I feel like people have seen nothing like Toxic here ever before. So, just wait. All the lead actresses that are there in the film, have performed really well. I am not just talking about myself, I am talking about everyone,” she replied. The actor went on to reveal that while it’s difficult to make a film as a female filmmaker, Mohandas has done exceptionally well. “If you are aware about Geetu Mohandas’ work, she is actually an art-house Malayali filmmaker. If you have seen her …

When Yash said he wouldn’t do scenes that made his parents uncomfortable; wife would laugh at his romantic scenes

When Yash said he wouldn’t do scenes that made his parents uncomfortable; wife would laugh at his romantic scenes

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Kannada star Yash was well-known in Karnataka for films such as Googly, Gajakesari, and Mr and Mrs Ramachari long before the KGF films made him famous nationwide. Transitioning from TV to movies, the actor charted a path of his own. In 2014, on Ramesh Aravind’s talk show, Weekend With Ramesh, he once spoke about his romantic scenes and the kind of films he wouldn’t do. Yash and Radhika Pandit have been married since 2016 and have two children. When Yash spoke about romance, uncomfortable scenes On the show, Yash stated that he’s surprised when people tell him he pulls off romantic scenes so well. He would get so nervous while doing those scenes on set, he said. “People, including Radhika, would laugh at me while I performed a romantic scene,” he added. In the same chat, he also spoke of the scenes he avoids, saying, “Till date, I follow this. If I am not comfortable watching a particular scene with my parents in the same room, then I won’t do a scene like that. Mostly …

Toxic release date announced: Yash’s film to now hit the screens in August after multiple delays

Toxic release date announced: Yash’s film to now hit the screens in August after multiple delays

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Kannada star Yash‘s upcoming movie, Toxic A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, is one of the most anticipated films of the year. The film was earlier supposed to be released in March but was postponed to June. However, the film was again pushed back. Now, after multiple delays, the film has finally fixed a new release date. Yash as Raya in Toxic. Yash announces Toxic release date On Sunday, Yash took to Instagram and shared a poster of the film. The actor wrote, “Honour Thy Father…#Toxic In Cinemas Worldwide from 26-08-2026.” After multiple delays citing the Middle East conflict, makers have finally decided to release the film in August this year. Toxic’s multiple delays Toxic was originally supposed to release on March 19, when it would have clashed with Dhurandhar 2. However, weeks before the release, it was pushed back to June. In March, when the film was postponed, Yash shared a statement from Toxic’s makers announcing a new release date for the film, June 4. The statement read, “Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups is a …

Yash’s Toxic eyes August 26 release after months of delay | Regional News

Yash’s Toxic eyes August 26 release after months of delay | Regional News

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2 min readHyderabadJun 21, 2026 12:18 PM IST After months of shifting dates, Yash’s much delayed film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is now being lined up for an August 26 release, according to a post by the actor. According to the makers, this new Wednesday release leads into the festive holiday corridor of Onam, Eid, Varamahalakshmi and Raksha Bandhan, Toxic, directed by Geetu Mohandas and also starring Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth, was shot simultaneously in Kannada and English, with dubbed versions planned in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam. The film is set in Goa and follows the rise of a drug cartel across several decades, from the 1940s through the 1970s. Yash plays a dual role and also co-wrote the script with Mohandas. Honour Thy Father…#Toxic In Cinemas Worldwide from 26-08-2026#ToxicTheMovie#Nayanthara @advani_kiara #TaraSutaria@humasqureshi @rukminitweets #GeetuMohandas @VishalMMishra #RajeevRavi #UjwalKulkarni #TPAbid #MohanBKere #SandeepSadashiva #PrashantDileepHardikar… pic.twitter.com/oAlW0JdldO — Yash (@TheNameIsYash) June 21, 2026 Delay behind Toxic Toxic has missed three previously announced release dates. It was first set for April 10, …

Yash’s Toxic production team dismisses reshoot rumours, release date still uncertain | Regional News

Yash’s Toxic production team dismisses reshoot rumours, release date still uncertain | Regional News

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3 min readHyderabadJun 10, 2026 05:17 PM IST Addressing the rumours of a 100-day reshoot on Yash’s Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, the film’s production team has now clarified that it’s not true. According to the team, the film, which has already missed two confirmed release dates, March 19 and June 4, is complete and no reshoots are being planned. KVN Productions and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, the two banners behind the film, have said in an official statement that Toxic will release at a “later, globally aligned date,” with a new announcement expected once international distribution agreements are finalised. However, sources close to the production team told NDTV that the speculation, which had been running for weeks, has no basis. Some reports had claimed Yash was dissatisfied with portions of the finished film and that fixing it could cost up to Rs 40 crore. Others suggested the release could slip to 2027. The production team has now put all of it to rest, saying none of these reports are true. How it got …

Kiara Advani says Toxic director Geetu Mohandas banned her from greeting others on set: ‘Want you in that zone’

Kiara Advani says Toxic director Geetu Mohandas banned her from greeting others on set: ‘Want you in that zone’

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Fans are waiting with bated breath for Kiara Advani’s next film Toxic, in which she stars opposite superstar Yash. In a recent interaction, Kiara spoke about her experience shooting the film and revealed how filmmaker Geetu Mohandas did not allow her to greet anyone when she arrived on set. Kiara Advani plays Nadia in Geetu Mohandas’ gangster film Toxic. Kiara was not allowed to say ‘hi’ Speaking to Bombay Times, Kiara Advani said, “Geetu is like, okay, tomorrow when you come on set, I want you to be… and I’m a person when I walk on set I’m always like, ‘Hi, what’s up, good morning’, I’m that person. And she’s like, ‘I don’t want pleasantries, I want you to come in that zone, no hi hello, not your team, nobody, just be in a zone today’.” ‘Shooting in Kannada and English was challenging’ Toxic was shot in both Kannada and English, and Kiara admitted that the process was challenging for her. She said, “Working in Kannada, I think I would say Toxic has been challenging …

Yash-starrer Toxic changes how you see ‘man-woman dynamic, it’s gray’, says Kiara Advani | Regional News

Yash-starrer Toxic changes how you see ‘man-woman dynamic, it’s gray’, says Kiara Advani | Regional News

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Kiara Advani arrived on the set of Toxic with her lines memorised, and her head in exactly the place her director Geetu Mohandas had asked for. Then she was handed three pages of brand-new Kannada dialogues she had never seen before. That morning on the set of the Yash-starrer turned into what she now calls the best scene of her career. Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, the upcoming Kannada action film, which also stars Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, and Rukmini Vasanth, has been postponed multiple times and so far, doesn’t have a release date. The film was shot in Kannada and English, but will be released in multiple languages. For Kiara, it has also been, by her own admission, the most demanding work of her career. Speaking about the film with Bombay Times, Kiara said the character of Nadia made her rethink what she knew about love and relationships. “With Toxic, which is coming up, I think it completely changes the way you see the man-woman dynamic. And in fact, even for me, …