Toxic Early Reviews Are In: What Audiences Are Saying About Yash’s Big Return

Mumbai, India — Toxic movie review reactions began emerging on August 26 as Yash returned to theatres with Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, his first major theatrical release since KGF: Chapter 2. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the gangster drama opened with strong advance sales and high expectations, while early reviews posted on X raised concerns over its writing, pacing and narrative structure.

Kriti Sanon Responds to Raksha Bandhan Ad Backlash

MUMBAI, India — Kriti Sanon has responded to the social media controversy surrounding her recent Raksha Bandhan jewellery advertisement after sections of the internet criticised her Indo-Western outfit. The actress defended her choice in an Instagram Story and questioned the continued policing of women’s clothing.

Toxic Release Date, Cast, Runtime & Box Office

India — Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups is set for a worldwide theatrical release on August 26, marking Yash’s return to the big screen nearly four years after KGF: Chapter 2. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film combines Yash with an ensemble cast featuring Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Rukmini Vasanth, Huma Qureshi and Tara Sutaria.

Awarapan 2 Box Office: ₹110 Crore Worldwide in 3 Days

MUMBAI, India — Emraan Hashmi’s much-awaited Awarapan 2 has made a strong start at the box office, crossing the ₹110 crore mark in worldwide gross earnings within its first three days. Released on August 14 during the Independence Day weekend, the action-emotional drama recorded its biggest opening weekend of Emraan Hashmi’s career, according to the figures cited in trade reports.

Who Is Antara Banerjee? Actress Arrested After Aravali Express Clash

MUMBAI, India — Actress and model Antara Banerjee was arrested after an alleged confrontation with railway personnel aboard the Aravali Express on August 12 while she was travelling towards Surat for a shoot. Police allege that the dispute over her presence in a reserved AC coach escalated into an assault involving an RPF officer and a razor. Antara Banerjee was subsequently released on bail.

Kiara Advani Says Toxic Will Change Her Career: ‘There Will Be a Kiara Before and After This Film’

BENGALURU, India — Kiara Advani believes Toxic could become a defining moment in her acting career. Speaking at the trailer launch of Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups in Bengaluru, the actress opened up about playing Nadia and credited director Geetu Mohandas and co-star Yash for seeing something in her that she had not yet recognised herself.