Yash and ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ makers face second review controversy; send legal notice to reviewer over negative review after blocking audience reviews from ticketing platform | Kannada Movie News

The post-release controversy involving Yash’s ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ has taken yet another twist, with news that audience feedback or reviews on a popular movie ticketing website were allegedly being censored. This move has stirred the existing controversy surrounding the movie, which was released to a mixed response. While some viewers have praised Yash’s screen presence, visuals and production design, others have criticised the screenplay, storytelling and treatment of certain characters. The claims about audience feedback have now added another talking point to the film’s release.

‘Toxic’ team sends legal notice to reviewer over negative review

The controversy around ‘Toxic’ has now taken a new turn, with actor Yash and the film’s production house reportedly sending a legal notice to film reviewer Prashanth over his negative review. Prashanth had posted a video titled ‘Toxic Morattu Roast’ on his YouTube channel, where he strongly criticised the film and its execution. He also raised questions about the writing and the way some characters, particularly the women in the story, were presented. Following the legal notice, the reviewer took to X and claimed that he had received legal communication from Yash and the makers for reviewing the film. This is not the first such complaint to surface, as YouTuber Suraj Kumar had reportedly earlier received a legal notice over his post on the Yash-starrer. A screenshot of the alleged notice circulating online begins by stating that it was issued on behalf of KVN Monster Mind Creations LLP, described as the producer and copyright owner of ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’. Now, Prashanth appears to be the latest reviewer to face legal action in connection with the film.

‘Toxic’ legal notice sparks debate over film reviews and critics

The reported legal action has triggered a wider discussion online about the space given to film criticism. Prashanth, while reacting to the notice, questioned the decision to take legal action over his review. The development has also led to criticism from sections of social media users, who argue that reviewers should be allowed to express their opinions about a film. On the other hand, the whole matter has served to bring into sharp focus the disparity between thorough reviews and material that could possibly be beyond the limits of legality. The whole issue has come up during a period when the film ‘Toxic’ itself is receiving divided responses from some audiences.

About ‘Toxic’ box office and cast

The controversy comes alongside a mixed theatrical response for ‘Toxic.’ The film opened with strong expectations and recorded a sizeable first-day collection, but its performance on the following day reportedly saw a significant drop. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film stars Yash in the lead role, with Nayanthara, Kiara Advani and Rukmini Vasanth playing key characters. ‘Toxic’ is positioned as an action-driven story with a darker and stylised treatment. As discussions over the film continue online, the reported legal notice has added another layer to the post-release conversation. Whether the controversy affects the film’s public image or fades as the theatrical run progresses remains to be seen.