Yash's Toxic has officially been released in theatres after much waiting, and it is also his first movie in four years. Despite the excitement for the project, it seems like Toxic is a mixed bag for the audience, with several elements being included in the film. While some viewers praised the performances and action, others criticised its chaotic storyline.
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One of the biggest criticism netizens have is that the movie has several characters, creating chaos and confusion in the story. Although fans lauded the performances, action sequences and action set pieces, the story remains a low point. Some people called it a commercial entertainer, while some labelled it as a big letdown.
What is the storyline of Toxic?
Toxic follows a gangster who navigates the complexities of loyalty, morality, and the struggle for personal redemption in a post-independence Goa where violence and jealousy reign. The film explores the price one must pay for love and for finding redemption amidst the darkness.
Who is in the cast of Toxic?
Apart from Yash, the movie also stars Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth. Yash will be seen in a double role as Raya and Rumi.
Akshay Oberoi, Darrell D'Silva, Sudev Nair, Balaji Manohar, Beatriz Taufenbach, Amit Tiwari and Surjith Gopinath are seen in supporting role.
While speaking with Variety India, Yash talked about working with director Geetu Mohandas in Toxic.
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He said, "On the face of it, it might look like a gangster film with all the commercial things, but it’s so nuanced because there is so much of moral ambiguity or raw emotions or the dark side of humans or certain topics which, as an artist or at this point in my life, I would like to explore those kinds of things on celluloid."
Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic is jointly produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash through KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations LLP, respectively. It is also said to be one of the most expensive Indian movies of all time.
Following Toxic, the actor will be seen in Ramayana as Ravana. The movie will release on Diwali 2026.
Conclusion:
Despite the criticism, Toxic can become a blockbuster. As per reports, the movie can even cross Rs 100 crore on its opening day worldwide. We will have to wait and see what the fate of Toxic will be.
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