Toxic (2026)
DirectorGeetu Mohandas
StarringYash, Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi
Watch onNot on major OTT platforms in India
Best for: Fans of gritty action crime dramas and Yash's leading-man performances.
Where to watch Toxic online in India
Toxic is not currently listed on major OTT platforms in India. We check availability every week.
Availability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 23 October 2026.
Toxic story (no spoilers)
Set against the crumbling of Portuguese colonial rule, Toxic follows a powerful drug cartel that operates behind the facade of sun-soaked beaches. As the old order collapses, a gritty and violent underworld power struggle emerges. The story centres on Raya, also known as Ticket, played by Yash, and the people around him, including Nadia (Kiara Advani), Ganga (Nayanthara), Elizabeth (Huma Qureshi), Rebecca (Tara Sutaria), Mellisa (Rukmini Vasanth), Karmadi (Sudev Nair) and Tony (Akshay Oberoi). The film is an action crime drama, certified A in India, with a runtime of 192 minutes. Its tagline, 'A fairy tale for grown-ups,' hints at the contrast between the beautiful coastal setting and the brutal cartel conflict underneath. The tone is gritty and violent, with the power struggle unfolding as colonial rule falls apart.
Should you watch Toxic?
Watch it for
- Yash leads the cast as Raya / Ticket in a gritty action crime drama set during the collapse of Portuguese colonial rule.
- Director Geetu Mohandas brings a distinct voice to the cartel power struggle, with a cast that includes Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi and Tara Sutaria.
- The film runs 192 minutes, giving the underworld story room to unfold across its 2026-08-26 release.
- The tagline 'A fairy tale for grown-ups' and the A certificate signal a darker, more violent take on the crime genre.
Skip it if
- You prefer shorter films; at 192 minutes, Toxic demands a significant time commitment.
- You are looking for family-friendly entertainment; the A certificate and action crime drama genre point to strong content.
- You dislike violent underworld stories; the film centres on a drug cartel and a gritty power struggle.
Toxic cast
Yashas Raya / Ticket
Kiara Advanias Nadia
Nayantharaas Ganga
Huma Qureshias Elizabeth
Tara Sutariaas Rebecca
Rukmini Vasanthas Mellisa
Sudev Nairas Karmadi
Akshay Oberoias Tony
Balaji Manoharas Bheera
Darrell D'Silvaas Salvador
Amit Kumar Tiwari
Sanjeeda SheikhToxic movie details
| Director | Geetu Mohandas |
|---|---|
| Writer | Geetu Mohandas, Yash |
| Music | Ravi Basrur, Vishal Mishra, Tanishk Bagchi, Faheem Abdullah, Arslan Nizami |
| Cinematography | Rajeev Ravi |
| Producer | Venkat K Narayana |
| Release date | 26 August 2026 |
| Runtime | 3h 12m (192 minutes) |
| Original language | Kannada |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Kannada, English |
| Original title | ಟಾಕ್ಸಿಕ್ |
| Certificate (India) | A |
| Budget | $60.0 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $3.4 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Toxic family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the A certificate and the action crime drama genre; the film is not intended for children. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Toxic official trailer
Our verdict
Toxic pairs Yash with a deep ensemble and director Geetu Mohandas for a long, dark crime saga set against Portuguese colonial decline. The A certificate and 192-minute runtime suggest a patient, violent underworld story rather than a quick thrill. If you are drawn to cartel dramas and the cast, it is worth considering; otherwise, the length and tone may be a hurdle.
More Yash movies
K.G.F: Chapter 2
K.G.F: Chapter 1Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Toxic online in India?
Toxic is not currently listed on major Indian OTT platforms for free streaming. No streaming platform is confirmed for India.
When is Toxic releasing in India?
Toxic releases in India on 2026-08-26.
Who is in the cast of Toxic?
The cast includes Yash as Raya / Ticket, Kiara Advani as Nadia, Nayanthara as Ganga, Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth, Tara Sutaria as Rebecca, Rukmini Vasanth as Mellisa, Sudev Nair as Karmadi and Akshay Oberoi as Tony.
Who directed Toxic?
Toxic is directed by Geetu Mohandas.
What is the runtime and certificate of Toxic?
Toxic has a runtime of 192 minutes and is certified A in India.
Page last updated 23 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.