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'Toxic' Climax Leaves Director Emotional
31 Aug
Summary
- Filmmaker Pavan Wadeyar lauded Yash's dual performance.
- Wadeyar found the film's climax to be deeply emotional.
- Toxic continues to perform well commercially, nearing Rs. 300 crore.

Filmmaker Pavan Wadeyar has shared his admiration for the recently released film 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups,' starring Yash in a dual role. Wadeyar, who previously collaborated with Yash on the successful film 'Googly,' described 'Toxic' as a daring and unconventional attempt that goes beyond mere entertainment to explore psychological depths and strong character arcs. He specifically highlighted Yash's immersive portrayal of Raya and his impactful performance as Ticket. The director noted that the film's climax was particularly emotional for him, confessing to shedding tears for Raya's journey.
While praising the ambition and Yash's performance, Wadeyar also offered constructive criticism, suggesting that the film's writing and editing could have been tighter for a crisper experience. Despite these points, he found watching Yash on screen to be a feast. 'Toxic' has been experiencing significant commercial success since its release, with reports indicating its worldwide gross was approaching ₹300 crore within its first five days, keeping it in the spotlight amidst varied audience and critical reactions.