Four years is a long time to wait for a superstar’s next big screen outing, and it looks like fans aren’t wasting a second now that the wait is almost over. Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, starring Yash in his first film since KGF Chapter 2, has opened advance bookings to a genuinely electric response.
As of Thursday, August 21, the Hindi version has already sold over 30,000 tickets across national chains PVR Inox and Cinepolis for opening day in North India alone, with five full days still left before release.
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Toxic: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film | Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups |
| Lead | Yash |
| Director | Geethu Mohandas |
| Release Date | September 26, 2026 |
| Runtime | 3 hours 14 minutes |
| Certification | ‘A’ (Adults Only) |
| Advance Tickets Sold | 30,000+ (Hindi, Day 1, national chains) |
| Projected Opening | Rs 40-50 crore (Hindi) |
Why This Opening Matters
This isn’t just another big release, it’s Yash’s return to the big screen after a four-year gap, making Toxic one of the most closely watched openings of the year. Early advance numbers this strong, five days ahead of release, suggest the film could build serious momentum before the actual premiere shows even begin. Trade estimates currently peg the Hindi opening somewhere between Rs 40-50 crore, and that figure has room to climb if the current pace holds.
What The Film Is About
Directed by Geethu Mohandas, Toxic features an ensemble cast including Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, and Akshaye Oberoi. Made on a massive scale as a pan-India release, the film is also getting an English-language version for international markets, signaling just how big Yash’s comeback vehicle is meant to be.
What’s Next
The film hits Indian cinemas on September 26, 2026, with a hefty runtime of over three hours and an Adults Only certification. If audience response matches the advance buzz, industry watchers expect Toxic’s box office ceiling to be extremely high.
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Disclaimer: Box office figures mentioned are trade estimates based on advance trends and market sentiment, not final certified numbers.
FAQs
When does Toxic release in theaters?
The film arrives in cinemas on September 26, 2026.
How many tickets has Toxic sold in advance booking so far?
Over 30,000 tickets have been sold across national chains for Hindi opening day in North India alone.
