Toxic Movie Cast
- Yash as Raya / Ticket
- Kiara Advani as Nadia
- Nayanthara as Ganga
- Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth
- Tara Sutaria as Rebecca
- Rukmini Vasanth as Mellisa
- Sudev Nair as Karmadi
- Akshay Oberoi as Tony
- Balaji Manohar as Bheera
- Darrell D'Silva as Salvador
- Amit Kumar Tiwari
- Sanjeeda Sheikh
- Natalie Burn
- Kyle Paul
- Benedict Garrett
- Surjith Gopinath
Yash plays a dual role as Raya / Ticket. The principal cast includes Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, Rukmini Vasanth, Sudev Nair and Akshay Oberoi. Tovino Thomas is not part of the film; he personally denied earlier reports that he was playing the antagonist.
Toxic Release Date, Runtime and Certificate
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Movie | Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups |
| Release Date | August 26, 2026 |
| Director | Geetu Mohandas |
| Writers | Geetu Mohandas and Yash |
| Original Language | Kannada |
| Other Versions | Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam |
| Genre | Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller |
| Runtime | 194.12 minutes (approximately 3 hours 14 minutes) |
| Certificate | A |
| Production | KVN Productions, Monster Mind Creations |
The Central Board of Film Certification certified the Kannada version of Toxic with an A certificate. The official CBFC record lists its certified length as 194.12 metres, while contemporary reports convert this to approximately 194.12 minutes, or 3 hours 14 minutes. The Telugu version also received an A certificate with the same certified length.
The film was written and shot in Kannada and English, with dubbed versions released in other Indian languages.
Toxic Story
Toxic is set in Goa during the period when India had gained independence but Goa was still under Portuguese rule. The story follows Raya, a gangster who rises through a violent underworld driven by ambition, betrayal and power.
As Raya attempts to strengthen his position, his relationships and personal choices become increasingly complicated. The film also explores themes of loyalty, morality, love, violence and redemption against a dark period setting.
The official CBFC plot summary describes a gangster dealing with loyalty, morality and personal redemption in a post-Independence Goa where violence and jealousy dominate.
This section is intentionally spoiler-free and does not reveal the film's major twists or ending.
Toxic Box Office Collection
Toxic opened strongly at the Indian box office. According to Sacnilk's current tracking, the film earned ₹101.10 crore net on Day 1 in India. Its reported total eventually reached ₹250.13 crore India net.
| Box Office | Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 India Net | ₹101.10 Cr |
| India Net | ₹250.13 Cr |
| India Gross | ₹298.51 Cr |
| Overseas Gross | ₹43.75 Cr |
| Worldwide Gross | ₹342.26 Cr |
As per Sacnilk's current tracker, Toxic has collected ₹250.13 crore net in India and ₹342.26 crore worldwide, including ₹298.51 crore India gross and ₹43.75 crore overseas gross. These are tracker-based figures and may differ from final producer or distributor figures.
The film had a very strong opening day but witnessed a significant drop in daily collections afterwards. Its overall theatrical run was below the very high expectations created by Yash's return after KGF: Chapter 2.
Toxic OTT Release Date and Platform
Toxic was widely reported to be heading to ZEE5, with September 25, 2026 mentioned as the expected streaming date. However, that date did not materialise. Later reports said the film was absent from ZEE5's October schedule and that the makers had not announced a new OTT date.
As of October 7, 2026, JustWatch reports that it checked 90 streaming services in India and could not find an online streaming offer for Toxic. The film is still listed for theatrical viewing. Therefore, there is currently no confirmed OTT streaming date in India.
Toxic Movie Review
Toxic has received mixed reviews from critics. The film has been praised for its scale, visual presentation, action sequences and Yash's performance, while criticism has focused on its screenplay, pacing, excessive violence and uneven storytelling.
The Times of India gave the film 3/5, noting that it has plenty of style and violence but that the screenplay is uneven and the long runtime can feel excessive.
The Indian Express was considerably more critical and rated the film 1.5/5, while NDTV's review carried a more favourable 3/5 rating.
Rotten Tomatoes currently lists 21% from critics based on 28 reviews and a 40% audience score from 100+ verified ratings. These scores can change as more reviews and audience ratings are added.
Toxic Rating
Times of India: 3/5
Indian Express: 1.5/5
Rotten Tomatoes Critics: 21%
Rotten Tomatoes Audience: 40%
Our Rating: 2.5/5
Our rating is an independent editorial assessment based on the film's performances, action, visuals, screenplay, pacing and overall viewing experience.
Final Verdict
Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is an ambitious period gangster drama that gives Yash a darker and more unconventional role. Geetu Mohandas creates a distinctive crime world with a strong visual identity, while the film's action and production scale are among its major attractions.
However, the lengthy runtime, uneven screenplay and divisive storytelling may not work for every viewer. Yash fans and audiences who enjoy stylised gangster dramas may find the film worth watching, while viewers looking for a straightforward commercial action entertainer may have a mixed experience.
Final Verdict: A visually ambitious gangster drama with strong performances and action, but its storytelling and pacing remain divisive.
Disclaimer: Box-office figures are based on trade/tracking reports and may differ from final producer or distributor figures. OTT availability can change after an official announcement. Public ratings may also change over time.