English Cut of Yash-Starrer 'Toxic' Released in Indian Theatres with 17-Minute Trimming

Following its initial theatrical release in late August 2026, the makers of Superstar Yash's pan-India action drama 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' released an English-language version in Indian cinemas on September 4, 2026. The new version features a significantly shorter runtime, certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) at 176.52 minutes (2 hours 56 minutes), which is nearly 17 minutes shorter than the original Kannada cut of 194.12 minutes. Directed by Geetu Mohandas and produced jointly by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, the period gangster epic stars Yash alongside Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, and Tara Sutaria. While the English cut was initially screened in select overseas markets during the film's opening weekend on August 26, its delayed theatrical rollout in India gives domestic audiences a streamlined cinematic experience. Industry observers note that the trimmed duration aims to tighten the narrative pacing following mixed word-of-mouth regarding the initial 3-hour-plus runtime. Meanwhile, members of the Indian film fraternity, including director Aditya Dhar, have publicly rallied behind Yash and the production team during its second week. The release of the English cut in Indian multiplexes represents a unique distribution strategy aimed at maximizing footfalls and appealing to urban audiences across metro cities.