Following the monumental global success of the KGF franchise, actor Yash has ascended to the status of a true Pan-India superstar. Consequently, his upcoming project, 'Toxic', has become one of the most anticipated films in Indian cinema. The makers had previously locked in March 19, 2026, as the official worldwide release date, aiming to capitalize on a major holiday window. However, recent reports suggested a potential delay after the Bollywood biggie Dhurandhar 2 announced its release for the exact same date.

In response to these rumors, Yash’s team has firmly stated that 'Toxic' will not be backing down and will stick to its original release schedule. Sources close to the actor revealed that Yash is quite upset with the lack of professional etiquette in the industry. He reportedly pointed out that his team had announced their date as early as March last year, giving other filmmakers ample notice to plan their releases accordingly.

Yash reportedly expressed his frustration regarding the differences between the South Indian and Hindi film industries. He noted that in the South, producers typically communicate and show professional "respect" by discussing potential clashes before announcing dates. He criticized the Hindi film industry for lacking this habit, stating that no one from the Dhurandhar 2 team reached out to discuss the overlap before making their announcement.

As of now, a high-voltage box office clash between the Kannada superstar and the Bollywood ensemble seems inevitable for March 2026. Yash remains committed to his fans and the promised timeline, signaling that he is ready to face the competition head-on. This standoff has sparked a wider debate on social media regarding professional coordination and mutual respect among producers across different regional film industries in India.