Yash's much-awaited Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is finally set to arrive in theatres after multiple changes to its release schedule. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film presents Yash in a dark gangster avatar and has generated considerable anticipation among fans of the KGF star. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on August 26, 2026.
Toxic Release Date
Toxic will release worldwide on August 26, 2026. The film was originally scheduled for an earlier release but underwent postponements before the makers finalized the current date.
The movie is expected to receive a wide multilingual release, strengthening Yash's pan-India appeal following the massive success of the KGF franchise.
Toxic Runtime
The film has a reported runtime of approximately 3 hours and 14 minutes. It has also received an 'A' certificate from the CBFC, with the board asking for certain word changes and content warnings.
The long runtime suggests that Geetu Mohandas is presenting an expansive gangster drama rather than a short, conventional action film.
Toxic Cast
The movie features a major ensemble cast:
Yash as Raya
Kiara Advani as Nadia
Nayanthara as Ganga
Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth
Tara Sutaria as Rebecca
Rukmini Vasanth as Mellisa
The cast information is also listed by BookMyShow and IMDb.
Toxic Director and Genre
Geetu Mohandas has directed Toxic, while Yash is also credited as a writer alongside Mohandas. The film is positioned as a period gangster/action drama with crime and mature themes.
Yash's character Raya has already attracted attention through the promotional material, where he appears in a darker and more intense gangster persona.
Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups
The complete title of the film is Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. The title and promotional material indicate that the movie is aimed at a mature audience, which is also reflected in its A certificate.
With its lengthy runtime, high-profile cast and Yash returning to theatres after KGF Chapter 2, Toxic is among the most anticipated Indian releases of 2026.
Toxic Movie Details
Details Information
Movie Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups
Lead: Actor Yash
Director Geetu Mohandas
Release Date : August 26, 2026
Runtime 3 Hours 14 Minutes
Certification A
Genre : Gangster, Action, Crime
Language Kannada
Cast: Yash, Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, Rukmini Vasanth
The film's theatrical release is now just days away, with advance bookings already showing strong interest. Reports indicate that more than 12 lakh tickets were sold within the first 24 hours of advance booking, highlighting the anticipation surrounding Yash's return.
