Yash and Kiara Advani’s Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups has been generating considerable buzz ahead of its theatrical release, with the trailer offering a peek into its dark, violent and glamorous world. However, the film has also faced criticism following the release of its song Tabaahi, particularly over the intimate scenes featuring Yash and Kiara. Amid the trolling, Yash came out in support of his co-star at the trailer launch in Bengaluru. The actor praised Kiara’s dedication to the project and said artists should remain true to their vision despite criticism, adding that audiences would eventually appreciate their work.
Yash praises Kiara Advani’s Tabaahi performance
At the Toxic trailer launch, Yash addressed Kiara Advani’s performance and specifically praised the dedication she brought to her role as Nadia. Referring to the Tabaahi song and the glimpse of Kiara’s performance in the trailer, Yash said that he had seen how hard the actress worked on the film.
Yash and Kiara Advani in Toxic
“And Kiara, Tabaahi, yeah. Kiara, I think the kind of role you have performed in this, I have just seen a glimpse in trailer. You are so dedicated, man. I have seen you work so hard,” Yash said. He also recalled the initial apprehension surrounding the film’s ensemble cast. With several established actors coming together for an ambitious project, he acknowledged that there could have been challenges. “But I think from the start, Kiara was so down to earth; she dedicated herself and surrendered to this vision. And the way she has performed!” he added.
further appeared to address the criticism indirectly while speaking about the challenges Kiara faced when taking on an unconventional role in the film. “And what you have to go through as an actor, unfortunately! Don’t care. Whatever you believe in, you should do,” he said, looking at Kiara. The actor went on to add, “And people will celebrate; people will appreciate. It’s just that we are a little ahead of times. People will know it.”
Kiara Advani Says Toxic Will Change Her
also spoke about her experience of working on Toxic during the trailer launch. The actress arrived at the event in a stunning white gown and greeted fans in Kannada. Speaking about portraying Nadia, Kiara credited Geetu Mohandas and Yash for believing in her and pushing her beyond what she thought she was capable of.
Kiara Advani in Toxic
The actress expressed gratitude for being given a role that she believes will remain important in her career. “Today, when I watched every little bit of the film, I would like to thank Geetu and Yash for giving me the part that is going to be very special for me as an actor in my journey,” she added. Kiara further described Toxic as a turning point in her career and said, “I think there will be Kiara before Toxic and Kiara after Toxic. They have spoilt me, and every actor associated with the film will agree with me. What we have tasted is now going to make us want to be so much greedier with every film we step into.”
Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups is a period action drama set across the 1940s and 1970s in Goa. Yash plays Raya, a gangster at the centre of the film’s violent and elaborate world. Alongside Yash and Kiara, the film features Tara Sutaria, Nayanthara, Rukmini Vasanth and Huma Qureshi. Produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic is scheduled to hit cinemas on August 26.