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Kabzaa director R Chandru backed Yashs Toxic amid negative reviews, calling it an attempt by a Kannadiga to conquer the world and urging Kannadigas to support it. Fans disagreed, with some criticising the film and pan-India approach
Kangana Ranauts criticism of Kriti Sanons Raksha Bandhan ad sparked controversy after netizens resurfaced her 2017 festive advertisement. Many users called Kangana a hypocrite for questioning Kritis outfit and its cultural relevance
Kangana Ranaut sparked controversy over remarks on Muslim and Hindu cultural practices while discussing womens freedom and Kriti Sanons Raksha Bandhan ad. GIVA later withdrew the campaign
Kangana Ranaut clarified that her criticism of Kriti Sanons GIVA Raksha Bandhan ad was not primarily about the outfit. She objected to the lack of traditional elements, while Kriti defended the campaigns message. GIVA later withdrew the advertisement amid backlash
Ram Gopal Varma has taken a dig at Toxic once again as the film hit the screens on August 26, 2026. The filmmaker shared a cryptic note saying he was watching Dhurandhar, which many believed was a jibe at the Yash-starrer
Yash's Toxic finally hit the screens amid much anticipation and lukewarm reviews. At the end of day 1, the film has earned Rs 140 crore, beating films like Jawan and Animal. However, it fell short of beating blockbusters like Dhurandhar 2 and Yash's own KGF 2
Producer Dil Raju recalled initially questioning Yashs decision to collaborate with Geetu Mohandas on Toxic after KGF. However, after watching the films visuals, he praised Yashs vision and said the project could take Indian cinema to a global level
Four people, including a student, were injured after a sound box system collapsed during the pre-release event of actor Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups at Malla Reddy University in Medchal
A Mumbai court has framed charges against Bangladeshi national Mohammad Shariful Islam in connection with the alleged stabbing of actor Saif Ali Khan at his Bandra residence in January last year

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