Upcoming Clash: 'Toxic' Set to Compete with 'Dhurandhar 2' in Theaters

The upcoming film 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups', directed by Geetu Mohandas and starring Yash, is poised for a theatrical release on March 19, coinciding with Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar 2'. While there are discussions about an IMAX release, no confirmation has been made yet. The film features a star-studded cast, including Kiara Advani and Nayanthara, and boasts a significant budget, rumored to be Rs 600 crore. As excitement builds for this gangster drama, fans are eager to see how it will perform against its competitor at the box office.
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Upcoming Clash: 'Toxic' Set to Compete with 'Dhurandhar 2' in Theaters

Overview of 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups'

Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is gearing up for a significant release alongside Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2. Featuring Yash in a dual role, this gangster drama is set to hit theaters on March 19. However, the possibility of an IMAX release remains uncertain. Reports indicate that Toxic's title was included in a slide labeled 'Expected Local Language' during IMAX's Investor Relations Presentation, but a disclaimer suggests otherwise.


Is an IMAX Release for 'Toxic' Confirmed?

Toxic's IMAX release unconfirmed?

As per a report from Variety India, a disclaimer clarifies that the inclusion of any film on such slides does not guarantee confirmation. It also does not represent a complete list of titles intended for the IMAX network in select regions. This implies that discussions for an IMAX release are still in the preliminary stages, with no official confirmation yet. A source mentioned, 'Discussions are ongoing, and nothing is finalized until an agreement is signed or a statement is issued.'


Cast of 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups'

Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups star cast

In Geetu Mohandas' film, Yash portrays the characters Raya and Ticket. Kiara Advani takes on the role of Nadia, while Nayanthara plays Ganga. The cast also includes Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth, Tara Sutaria as Rebecca, and Rukimi Vasanth as Mellisa. Additionally, Akshay Oberoi, Tovino Thomas, Darrell D'Silva, Sudev Nair, and others contribute significantly to the film.


Production Details of 'Toxic'

More about Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups

This gangster drama is produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, with a story co-written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas. The film is set to release in theaters on March 19, coinciding with Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2.

The music for Toxic has been composed by Ravi Basrur, Vishal Mishra, Tanishk Bagchi, Faheem Abdullah, and Arslan Nizami, while Rajeev Ravi handles the cinematography. Reports suggest that filming took place in various locations, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Goa, Jaipur, and Thoothukudi, with a rumored budget of Rs 600 crore, making it one of the most expensive Indian films ever produced.