Overview
- In mid‑August Yash appeared on Aap Ki Adalat to respond to criticism, saying “vulgarity is wrong” and that he “hasn’t even kissed,” while urging viewers to see the full film before judging it.
- The film’s teaser and the song Tabaahi drew widespread social media backlash for intimate visuals and the portrayal of women, and some online attacks targeted co-star Kiara Advani.
- Yash defended the creative choices as a director’s aesthetic voice and said the film explores Gen‑Z questions about older generations rather than seeking shock value.
- He also joked about trolls who compared the song to a condom ad and said his wife Radhika Pandit would be uncomfortable but trusts his work.
- Toxic holds an A certificate from the CBFC, runs 3 hours 14 minutes, is due in cinemas on August 26, and the controversy leading into release could shape how audiences and critics respond to its marketing and themes.