Yash starrer ‘Poisonous: A Fairy Story for Grown-Ups’ is witnessing a powerful response forward of its August 26 theatrical launch, with Mumbai cinemas including early morning and late-night screenings to accommodate rising demand. The movie’s advance bookings have seen a number of exhibits filling up, whereas premium ticket costs have climbed in Mumbai and Bengaluru. The thrill intensified additional after Yash’s current promotional look in Hyderabad, the place he addressed the movie’s controversial portrayal of ladies and promised audiences a deeper expertise than its trailers recommend.
Yash’s ‘Poisonous ‘ will get 6 AM and 11.45 PM exhibits in Mumbai
Yash is returning to cinemas with ‘Poisonous: A Fairy Story for Grown-Ups’ almost 4 years after the blockbuster success of ‘KGF Chapter 2’. Because the countdown to the August 26 launch continues, the Geetu Mohandas directorial is already producing appreciable curiosity amongst moviegoers. In response to Mid Day, advance bookings opened on August 21, and the early response has prompted exhibitors in Mumbai to extend the variety of screenings. A number of cinemas have reportedly scheduled exhibits as early as 6 AM, whereas some venues have added late-night screenings extending as much as 11.45 PM. The enlargement of present timings comes as a number of opening-day exhibits reportedly method full occupancy, signalling robust anticipation for Yash’s return to the massive display screen.
‘Poisonous’ advance reserving fuels theatre enlargement
The demand for Poisonous just isn’t restricted to extra exhibits. Mumbai and Bengaluru have additionally witnessed steep premium pricing for choose screenings. In Mumbai, the most costly ticket being reported is round Rs 2,600 together with taxes, whereas premium screenings in Bengaluru have reportedly reached roughly Rs 2,181. A number of multiplexes within the two cities have tickets priced above Rs 1,500.
Yash addresses ‘Poisonous’ backlash in Hyderabad
The thrill round ‘Poisonous’ obtained one other enhance through the movie’s promotional occasion at Malla Reddy College in Hyderabad on Saturday. Talking earlier than a big gathering of scholars and followers, Yash addressed criticism surrounding the trailers and the movie’s portrayal of ladies. The actor described Poisonous as “daring”, “authentic”, “bold” and “path-breaking”, whereas stressing that the movie goes past the imagery introduced in its promotional materials. Yash additionally defended his resolution to collaborate with Geetu Mohandas after ‘KGF’, saying that selecting a director was not about choosing the largest industrial identify. He emphasised that he wished to be revered for his work slightly than his monetary success.Talking concerning the movie’s feminine perspective, Yash stated there may be “a voice for ladies on this movie” and urged audiences to observe the whole story earlier than drawing conclusions from the trailer. Yash additionally highlighted Geetu Mohandas’ contribution to the undertaking and spoke concerning the extra challenges girls can face whereas establishing themselves professionally. Kiara, who performs Nadia, credited Geetu for serving to her deliver the character to life, whereas Huma described being a part of Poisonous as “being a part of historical past.”
Poisonous will get A certificates from CBFC
The movie has additionally cleared its censorship hurdle forward of launch. Poisonous has obtained an A certificates from the Central Board of Movie Certification (CBFC) and was reportedly handed with out cuts. The certification is in step with the movie’s positioning as a darker gangster motion drama aimed toward mature audiences.
What’s ‘Poisonous’ about?
Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Poisonous is described as a gangster motion drama set in opposition to the backdrop of Goa between the early Forties and the Nineteen Seventies. Yash seems in twin roles as Raya and his son Ticket, with their relationship forming a key a part of the narrative. The movie explores the characters’ connections inside a harmful legal world involving rivalries, household dynamics and shifting loyalties. The solid contains Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth in necessary roles. ‘Poisonous: A Fairy Story for Grown-Ups’ is scheduled to reach in cinemas worldwide on August 26, 2026. The movie will launch in Kannada, English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam.
