Toxic trailer X review: Fans praise Yash, predict National Award for Kiara Advani

The trailer for Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has been unveiled, drawing strong reactions from fans on social media. The nearly five-minute promo was launched in Bengaluru, Karnataka, at an event attended by actors Yash, Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth.The Geetu Mohandas directorial offered a fiery look at its star and co-producer Yash, who plays both father and son in the period gangster drama. With the trailer arriving after several release delays through the year, fans praised Yash's dedication and the film's slick visuals, with some calling him "unhinged" and "badass" in the new promo.Reactions began pouring in soon after Yash shared the trailer on X. Dialogues such as "Do I look civilised to you?", quickly went viral and became a talking point among viewers discussing the extended glimpse.While praising Kiara's screen presence, a user wrote, "The Scariest Part of Trailer, NATIONAL AWARD LOADING for Kiara Advani. She is Menace (sic)." Several fans described the Kannada film as "next-level lethal", while one said Yash looked absolutely dangerous in his dual role. Another called the trailer "a gigantic madness".A fan, while sharing an action sequence from the trailer, wrote, "Dhurandhar team should definitely thank Yash...Pure Hollywood material #ToxicTrailer (sic)." While sharing the high-octane action scenes from the trailer, an X user wrote, "RIP KGF - RRR - Pushpa Records...(sic)."However, a section of users expressed shock over Yash's nude scene in the trailer. One viewer even questioned the "logic behind the scene."The trailer also offers a glimpse into a fractured, high-stakes world fuelled by violence, heartbreak, rage, and greed. At its core is a strained dynamic between Yash, Kiara Advani, and Tara Sutaria's characters, set against a backdrop of intense conflict and ideological clashes.Adding to the drama, Yash plays a dual role as father and son, Raya and Rumi (aka Ticket). Their toxic relationship culminates in a brutal, hand-to-hand showdown, teasing a explosive battle between the two central figures.Produced by Venkat K Narayana and Yash under the banners of KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic is set for a worldwide theatrical release on August 26, 2026.- EndsPublished By: Anurag BohraPublished On: Aug 9, 2026 00:03 IST