# Toxic trailer out, Yash reveals Tara Sutaria’s role was expanded

2026-08-09T14:15:08+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

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The trailer of Yash's Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups was launched in Bengaluru on August 8. At the event, Yash revealed Tara Sutaria's role was originally smaller but expanded due to her presence. He also praised Nayanthara as the 'most badass sister' and promised a powerful performance from Huma Qureshi. The film releases on August 26. Kiara Advani faces online trolling over intimate scenes with Yash in the song Tabaahi. Her husband Sidharth Malhotra defended her, calling Toxic 'one of your bests' on Instagram. Yash also backed her at the event. The film is reportedly paying Yash Rs 50 crore, Kiara Rs 15 crore and Nayanthara Rs 12-18 crore, though these figures are unconfirmed.

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