Kiara Advani has received a strong and heartwarming show of support from her husband, actor Sidharth Malhotra, after the trailer of her much-awaited film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups sparked mixed reactions online.
The actress has been facing criticism on social media over her intimate scenes with Kannada superstar Yash, particularly those featured in the recently released song Tabaahi. Amid the online chatter, Sidharth chose to focus on Kiara’s work and praised the effort and passion she has put into the project.
Sidharth praises Kiara’s hard work
Sidharth shared the Toxic trailer on his Instagram Stories and had encouraging words for his wife. He praised her dedication and the work that went into making the film, while also congratulating the entire team.
“The effort, the grind, the passion — it’s all going to show on the big screen. Going to be one of your bests Ki!! Can’t wait to see the magic @geetu_mohandas @thenameisyash, you and the entire team has created,” Sidharth wrote.
He also wished the team well and expressed his excitement about watching the film when it arrives in theatres on August 26.
His message comes at a time when Kiara has been facing criticism from a section of social media users over her chemistry with Yash. Rather than addressing the negativity directly, Sidharth’s post highlighted his confidence in Kiara’s performance and the film.
Yash also stands up for Kiara
Sidharth isn’t the only person from the Toxic team to support Kiara. During the film’s trailer launch in Bengaluru, Yash also spoke positively about his co-star and praised her commitment to the role.
Yash described Kiara as dedicated and appreciated the way she approached the character. He also acknowledged that actors often face criticism when they take on challenging or unfamiliar roles.
Addressing Kiara at the event, Yash encouraged her not to let the negativity affect her. He said that actors should follow what they believe in because audiences eventually appreciate genuine work.
Yash also suggested that some aspects of the film may feel ahead of their time, adding that people would eventually understand and celebrate the work.
Kiara and Yash’s chemistry grabs attention
Since the release of the Tabaahi song and the trailer, Kiara and Yash’s on-screen chemistry has become one of the major talking points surrounding Toxic. The intimate sequences have generated both praise and criticism, with social media users sharing different opinions about their pairing.
While some viewers have appreciated the bold and intense presentation, others have questioned the intimate moments between the two actors. The discussion has added to the buzz surrounding the film ahead of its theatrical release.
For Kiara, Toxic marks another opportunity to explore a different kind of role and step outside the familiar territory of her previous performances. Her character and relationship with Yash’s character are expected to play an important part in the film’s story.
About Toxic
Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups features Yash and Kiara Advani in the lead roles. The film also stars Rukmini Vasanth, Huma Qureshi and Tara Sutaria in important roles.
With its darker visual style, intense characters and action-packed world, Toxic has already created considerable curiosity among moviegoers. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on August 26, 2026.
As the release date approaches, the conversation around Kiara’s performance and her chemistry with Yash is likely to continue. Amid the criticism, however, the actress has received clear support from both her husband Sidharth and her co-star Yash, who have asked audiences to focus on the work and dedication behind the film.
