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Sumalatha Defends Yash's 'Toxic' Amidst Criticism
31 Aug
Summary
- Sumalatha praised Yash's acting performance in Toxic as outstanding.
- She suggested the film might be ahead of its time or misunderstood.
- Toxic grossed ₹140 crore globally but saw declining collections.

Actor and former MP Sumalatha has publicly supported Yash amid mixed responses to his film 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups.' Sumalatha praised Yash's evolution as an actor, describing his performance as 'outstanding' and 'mind-blowing.' She posited that the film might be ahead of its time or perhaps misunderstood by audiences. The film, directed by Geetu Mohandas, released on August 26 and garnered a global opening of ₹140 crore. However, 'Toxic' experienced a noticeable decline in collections over its opening weekend due to negative word-of-mouth.
Sumalatha encouraged Yash to disregard the negative commentary, calling him one of the smartest and sanest individuals she knows. She expressed pride in his performance and his fearless choice to tread his own path. Despite the film's commercial challenges, Sumalatha conveyed confidence in Yash's ability to overcome criticism and emerge stronger, assuring him of her continued support and admiration for his journey in cinema.