Yash on How ‘Toxic’ and ‘Ramayana’ Are Putting Indian Cinema on the Global Stage (EXCLUSIVE)
Yash, known for 'K.G.F: Chapter 2,' is stepping into a new creative phase with 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups,' a film that challenges the conventions of Indian cinema. Collaborating with director Geethu Mohandas, he aims to explore moral ambiguity and raw human emotions beyond commercial formulas. The project, alongside 'Ramayana,' reflects a broader effort to elevate Indian storytelling on the global stage.
- ▪Yash is moving beyond the commercial success of 'K.G.F: Chapter 2' to pursue artistically challenging projects like 'Toxic.'
- ▪He collaborated with director Geethu Mohandas, known for intimate character studies, to create a morally complex narrative set in post-independence Goa.
- ▪'Toxic' blends the visual style of a gangster film with deep thematic exploration of human emotions and power dynamics.
- ▪The film is part of a larger vision to position Indian cinema internationally, alongside other ambitious projects like 'Ramayana.'
- ▪Yash emphasizes story and intent over scale, trusting talent to rise to the challenge of new creative territories.
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Home Film Markets & Festivals May 16, 2026 10:08pm PT Yash on How ‘Toxic’ and ‘Ramayana’ Are Putting Indian Cinema on the Global Stage (EXCLUSIVE) By Naman Ramachandran Plus Icon Naman Ramachandran Latest Iko Uwais, Joe Taslim Head K-Movie Entertainment’s Indonesian Action Slate at Cannes Market (EXCLUSIVE) 9 minutes ago Cannes Short ‘The Dream Is a Snail’ to Get Feature Adaptation (EXCLUSIVE) 22 minutes ago Hirokazu Kore-eda’s AI Family Drama ‘Sheep in the Box’ Earns 3.5-Minute Standing Ovation at Cannes 14 hours ago See All KVN Productions/Monster Mind Creations Four years after “K.G.F: Chapter 2” redefined box office benchmarks across India, Yash is preparing to unveil his next project on a scale that extends far beyond familiar territory.
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