Toxic Teaser Sparks Controversy: AAP Women's Wing Files Complaint.

Yash's upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has landed in hot water over its teaser, which was released on the actor's 40th birthday. The Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Women's Wing has filed a complaint with the Karnataka State Women's Commission, alleging that the teaser contains "obscene visuals" that could harm women and children and undermine Kannada cultural values.

The complaint specifically targets a brief intimate scene featuring Yash and a woman inside a car, which has sparked intense debate on social media. While some viewers have praised the teaser for its bold and stylized visuals, others have criticized it for objectifying women. Director Geetu Mohandas has responded to the backlash, sharing a cryptic note on Instagram about "female pleasure, consent, women playing systems, etc.

The AAP Women's Wing has urged the Karnataka State Women's Commission to direct the state government to withdraw or cancel the teaser and remove it from social media platforms. They've also called for stricter laws to regulate public circulation of such content, emphasizing the need for cultural sensitivity and responsibility.

The controversy has sparked a wider conversation about the boundaries of advertising content in Indian cinema and the portrayal of women on screen. While some have defended the teaser as a bold artistic choice, others have questioned its necessity and impact.

Toxic is set to release on March 19, 2026, and promises to be a dark, intense, and thought-provoking film.