Malla Reddy in Trouble Because of Yash’s Toxic
Some social media users are questioning whether a university is the right place for a promotional event for an A-rated movie.
By: Priya Chowdhary Nuthalapti | 22 Aug 2026 11:17 AM ISTYash’s upcoming movie Toxic is creating discussion even before its release. The film’s reported pre-release event has become a topic of debate on social media. The event is expected to be held at the Malla Reddy University campus on August 22. Some social media users are questioning whether a university is the right place for a promotional event for an A-rated movie.
Toxic is directed by Geetu Mohandas and features Yash in the lead role. The movie is said to be a gangster drama with action, violence and adult themes. The Central Board of Film Certification has given the film an A certificate. Reports also suggest that the movie contains intimate scenes and other content meant only for adult audiences.
Because of this, some netizens are asking why the promotional event is being held at an educational institution. Universities are mainly places for education, and many students attend events held on their campuses. Some people believe that the nature of the movie should also be considered before choosing a venue for its promotion.
Videos and posters related to the event have reportedly been shared on social media. This has increased the discussion around the event. Some users are questioning the decision, while others feel that there is nothing wrong with conducting entertainment-related events at educational institutions.
There have also been discussions about some promotional content from Toxic. Some viewers have expressed concerns about the way certain elements of the movie may portray women. At the same time, reports have said that Yash earlier made it clear that the movie is meant for adults and should not be watched by children.
The controversy is currently mainly limited to social media discussions. There is no clear official statement from the university management regarding the criticism. It is also not clear whether the event will have any special restrictions because of the movie’s A certificate.
For some people, the event can give the movie extra publicity. For others, an educational campus may not be the most suitable place for promoting an adult-rated film. The debate has therefore brought attention not only to Toxic, but also to the choice of venue for movie promotions.
Toxic is scheduled to release in theatres on August 26. With the release getting closer, the movie is already attracting strong attention from Yash fans and social media users.
