Yash's 'Toxic': Cast, plot, release, CBFC rating, runtime and more

Geetu Mohandas's period gangster drama 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups', starring Yash alongside Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, and Rukmini Vasanth, hits theaters worldwide on August 26, 2026. Set against a drug cartel operating in vintage Goa, the 194-minute film features Yash in a dual role and has received an 'A' certification from the CBFC. Backed by a mammoth budget of Rs. 500–1,000 crore with Yash reportedly charging over Rs. 100 crore, trade analysts predic

The sneak peek of 'Mahakali' has sparked a wave of excitement among cinephiles. Actors Prabhas and Rishabh Shetty commended the film's stunning visuals and rich mythological theme. They especially noted Akshaye Khanna's formidable portrayal of Shukracharya, which captivated audiences. Sriya Reddy also shone brightly in the film's emotionally charged scenes. Mark your calendars, as this highly anticipated film is set to hit theaters in January 2027.

Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani's 'Awarapan 2' continues its steady theatrical run, inching closer to the Rs. 143 crore India net mark on Day 13, even as Yash's 'Toxic' opens today, setting up a direct screen-sharing battle for the two films. Emraan Hashmi's sequel now finds itself competing for screens and audience attention against one of the year's most anticipated releases. Here's a complete breakdown of where the film stands heading into this crucial clash.

Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani's 'Awarapan 2' continues its steady theatrical run, inching closer to the Rs. 143 crore India net mark on Day 13, even as Yash's 'Toxic' opens today, setting up a direct screen-sharing battle for the two films. Emraan Hashmi's sequel now finds itself competing for screens and audience attention against one of the year's most anticipated releases. Here's a complete breakdown of where the film stands heading into this crucial clash.

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe opened up on the accountability of celebrities in surrogate advertising. He clarified that the regulations impose the same level of responsibility on both advertisers and product promoters. The FDA is actively pursuing actions against manufacturers and sellers of banned items, making it clear that celebrities cannot evade liability after endorsing these initiatives. Consequently, show-cause notices have been issued to several well-known actors regardin

In a stirring controversy, Kriti Sanon's Raksha Bandhan advertisement prompted a wave of criticism about what is deemed appropriate festival wear. As public outcry grew, the brand swiftly withdrew the ad. Kriti defended her wardrobe choice, insisting that emotional connections take precedence over clothing. Yet, many netizens countered that attire plays a crucial role in honoring cultural traditions. Consequently, the brand apologized for any hurt caused and retracted the video.

Veteran actress Aruna Irani's past comments about her marriage to Kuku Kohli have resurfaced. She addressed the 'homebreaker' label, stating husbands share accountability for extramarital affairs. Irani explained her marriage remained private until Kuku Kohli's first wife passed away. She also discussed her decision not to have children due to complex circumstances. Their marriage lasted over three decades until Kohli's recent death.

With 'Toxic' releasing in theatres today, the Hindi dubbed version finally cleared CBFC certification just a day before, with multiple cuts including a muted abusive line directed at a child, a trimmed drug-use scene, and a replaced "obscene" dialogue. While the original Kannada cut was censored back on August 13, the Hindi version's clearance came through only on August 25, cutting it close to the film's August 26 release date.