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Yash addresses Toxic film controversies and personal questions

Published 17 August 2026

Actor Yash has addressed recent criticism and personal questions surrounding his upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for GrownUps, which is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on August 26, 2026. During a promotional appearance on the television program Aap Ki Adalat, the star of the KGF franchise responded to controversies about the film's content and also commented on a past remark made by fellow actor Rashmika Mandanna.

The film, a gangster action drama directed by Geetu Mohandas, has generated significant online discussion following the release of its teaser and the song "Tabaahi." Some viewers have criticized the promos for their portrayal of women and what they described as vulgarity. Yash directly addressed these concerns, stating that "vulgarity is wrong" and clarifying that he does not have a kissing scene in the movie. He emphasized that filmmakers must handle sensitive themes with care and shoot such sequences in an aesthetic manner. Yash urged audiences to view the complete film before forming judgments based on promotional material alone.

He also discussed the film's intimate scenes, which feature co-stars Kiara Advani and Tara Sutaria, and revealed how his...

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