Kannada actor Yash addressed the ongoing backlash surrounding his upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups at the film’s pre-release event in Hyderabad on Saturday, August 22, amid criticism over the portrayal of women in the film's trailer. Speaking to the audience at Malla Reddy University, Yash defended director Geetu Mohandas and said the film would present a different perspective on women than what viewers may have inferred from its trailer.
Yash Defends Toxic Amid Backlash Over Women's Portrayal
Turning his attention to the women in the audience, Yash highlighted the challenges faced by women in the industry and society. "This film’s director is also a woman. For us men, to achieve something in life, it is one level of effort. For women, it is double the effort. Society may not accept it," he said.
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Yash Defends Geetu Mohandas
Further, he continued, "The point is, society... they may say, they may not accept it but the point is everybody will look upon you." Yash said he wanted to work with Mohandas despite expectations that he would choose a bigger commercial filmmaker following the success of KGF. However, he said he already has enough money and is not respected for his wealth, but for his work.
'Girls Would Have A Blast'
Addressing criticism that the trailer does not reflect this aspect of the film, Yash added, "There is a voice for women in this film, unlike how it is coming across in the trailer."
He concluded by urging the women in the audience to watch the film, adding that all you girls would have a blast” and an amazing experience.
Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups is set to release in theatres on August 26. Starring Yash in the lead, alongside Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi and Rukmini Vasanth in key roles, the film is directed by Geetu Mohandas.
