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Yash Defends 'Sensual' Scenes in Toxic, Backs Female Gaze
25 Apr
Summary
- Yash defends controversial sensual scenes in his film Toxic.
- He highlights the refreshing 'female gaze' on a gangster theme.
- The film's release was postponed indefinitely due to the Middle East crisis.
Actor Yash has addressed the controversy over the sensual promotional material for his upcoming film, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups. While some viewers have objected to what they described as "obscene" content, Yash voiced his support for director Geetu Mohandas's vision.
Yash stated that a large-scale gangster film told from a "female gaze" is a novel and exciting concept, diverging from traditional male-dominated action movies. He noted that Mohandas's perspective offers a distinct approach to portraying themes of romance and sensuality.
Initially scheduled for release on March 19, 2026, the film's premiere has been indefinitely postponed. This decision was made following the escalating Middle East crisis, impacting the movie's planned theatrical debut.
