The multi-starrer gangster drama has also landed in controversy over its over-sexualised portrayal of women and allegedly misogynistic overtones. Yash-starrer ‘Toxic ‘ hasn’t just raked in over Rs 100 crore within a day of its release.
Expressing concern over the film’s success, Annamalai said if children watch such films that portray women in a particular way, it will have a serious impact.
He has also launched a scathing attack on the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), questioning the clearance given to the film. Former BJP leader and ‘We The Leaders’ founder K Annamalai has attacked the movie over its misogynistic themes. “Regulations should be tightened… They depict women in one particular way and if we make children watch this daily, what will happen to women in this country?” he asked. Read | Toxic Review: Yash’s Film Has Shades Of KGF, But Falls Short Of A Hollywood-Style Gangster Epic At the ‘ Toxic’ pre-release event in Hyderabad, Yash addressed criticism over the film’s portrayal of women and defended director Geetu Mohandas. He further urged girls to watch the film in theatres, saying, “There’s a voice for women in this film, unlike how it is coming across in the trailer. Watch the movie and enjoy. All you girls, you will have a blast.”
“The film has collected Rs 104 crore on day one itself.
The censorship board must make firm decisions regarding which scenes are permissible, even in films starring major actors,” the former IPS officer-turned-politician said. Expressing concern over the film’s success, Annamalai said if children watch such films that portray women in a particular way, it will have a serious impact.
