Yash and Kiara Advani’s upcoming film is witnessing notable interest ahead of its theatrical arrival with advance bookings already underway.
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Yash, Kiara Advani’s film records strong demand ahead of release (PC: Twitter)
Yash is set to return to the big screen with Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups and the film is already attracting attention before its theatrical releaseAdvance bookings have opened ahead of the August 26 release with several shows in Karnataka showing strong demandSome screenings are already close to being fullThe excitement around the film is also being reflected in ticket prices at premium theatres in cities such as Bengaluru and MumbaiWith certain tickets crossing Rs 2,000 the advance booking trend has added to expectations around the film’s opening weekend.
Toxic advance booking shows strong demand
The advance response has been particularly noticeable in Bengaluru where several shows are reporting limited availabilityThe strong booking trend suggests that Yash’s return to theatres is generating significant interest among moviegoersThe film has remained in the spotlight throughout its promotional campaignIts teaser songs and trailer have helped build anticipation while the makers have also released an English trailer as part of the promotional push.
Toxic ticket prices cross Rs 2,000
Ticket prices for premium screenings have become one of the talking points ahead of the releaseThe most expensive ticket currently listed is in MumbaiA ticket at Jio World Drive in Bandra is priced at Rs 2,250 including taxesThis makes it one of the highest-priced tickets for the film during the current advance booking period.
Bengaluru is also seeing premium ratesA ticket at Forum Rex Walk is priced at Rs 2,181 including taxesSeveral other multiplexes in Bengaluru and Mumbai are offering tickets above Rs 1,500.
Toxic cast and director
Toxic is directed by Geetu Mohandas and features Yash in the lead roleThe film has an ensemble cast that includes Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria,Rukmini Vasanth, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Akshay Oberoi and Sudev Nair. The combination of a large cast and Geetu Mohandas’ direction has added to interest around the projectYash’s presence remains the biggest draw as the actor returns to theatres with another high-profile film following his previous blockbuster success.
Toxic release date and delays
The film has undergone multiple changes to its release scheduleToxic was initially expected to arrive in March and was set for a possible clash with Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar: The RevengeThe release was subsequently moved to June before being postponed againThe film is now scheduled to release in cinemas on August 26 2026.
What the advance booking means for Toxic and its success?
The early booking trend has raised expectations for the film’s openingStrong demand in Bengaluru along with premium ticket prices in major cities indicates that audiences are willing to pay more for select screeningsHowever the actual box-office performance will become clearer only after the film opens across theatresFor now Toxic appears to be entering its release week with considerable pre-release attention.
