Rishab Shetty Responds to Fan Asking About Yash’s Toxic: “I’m Currently Shooting, Will Watch It After Wrap”

By Alice Published: Aug 28, Friday, 2026, 15:35 [IST]

Kannada cinema stars Yash and Rishab Shetty are still amongst the most talked-about names in Indian cinema, so it’s natural for fans to be curious when one star remarks on another’s upcoming movie. Recently, Rishab Shetty was asked by a fan about Yash’s much-anticipated film Toxic, and he very simply said he’s going to watch the movie and share his thoughts.

Rishab Shetty on Yash’s Toxic
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A fan asked Rishab Shetty about Toxic and wanted to know his opinion about the Yash-starrer. Rishab said he is working and has to shoot until now. He said that after his shooting schedule is over he would watch Toxic and then give his thoughts. He has attracted the ears of the fans who are eagerly waiting to hear what one of Kannada cinema's leading actors thinks about another major Kannada film.

Rishab’s reply was straightforward and did not disclose whether he had seen any footage or parts of Toxic. He did, however, say that he would watch the movie after he finished shooting. His decision to watch it before offering an opinion is not surprising and is also a measured one, especially now that people are more interested in celebrity reactions to big releases.

Toxic has created such high levels of interest among cinema fans, as Yash is very involved and the movie is so big. Yash achieved worldwide popularity with the KGF franchise and now he has to take on another big project with Toxic. It is one of the most followed projects of the Kannada film industry and the film’s cast and production are constantly on the track.

The film is directed by Geetu Mohandas, who has made a mark with previous work for its storytelling style. Yash has great star power and Geetu Mohandas’ filmmaking style has made Toxic a good project not only for Karnataka audiences but for all audiences outside Karnataka as well. The film is expected to attract pan-Indian viewers who can watch it from different parts of the world.

Rishab Shetty has established himself as one of the most influential contemporary figures in Kannada cinema. His success as an actor, filmmaker, and storyteller has brought a lot of national attention to Kannada-language films. His work in Kantara particularly helped his profile because the film became a huge success and attracted audiences from all over India.

Rishab's well-known status in the film industry is why a brief comment on another major Kannada film can generate much interest from fans. His answer on Toxic is therefore being closely watched by movie lovers who are interested to know if he will give any detailed opinion once he has watched the movie.

The actor’s statement also shows the interest in Toxic. Not only are fans waiting for the movie itself but also for reactions from fellow actors and filmmakers. It’s like watching a movie if you watch someone from that industry and they are looking at you in the face of the movie and you just want to know how they think it is from their point of view about it.

For Rishab, however, the immediate priority seems to be his own shooting commitments. Saying that he is currently on a shoot, the actor indicated that his professional schedule is keeping him occupied. So rather than respond in a rush and look at the film in a moment and give an instant reaction, he has decided to wait until he gets to see it properly.

This has also created a small bit of hope among fans. Rishab’s review and opinion could also become an interesting discussion point once he watches Toxic. At this stage, he has not given any indication of what he thinks of the movie, but his promise to talk out his thoughts after watching it gives fans something to look forward to.

This is also a reflection of the close attention Kannada cinema fans pay to chatting with the stars. Yash and Rishab are two very different kinds of people who have had good careers in the movie industry. Yash has become a pan-Indian action star with films like KGF, and Rishab has become a well-known actor and director with the help of his own films and his work on films like Kantara in a way that has helped bring Kannada cinema into the mainstream outside Karnataka.

Toxic is therefore being watched as more than just another Yash movie but as a major production with huge expectations attached to it. And we look forward to seeing what the actor can provide after his earlier work with the huge success of the film. Geetu Mohandas’s film’s story and the movie’s overall cinematic treatment are also intriguing, and the movie has made the audience really curious.

Rishab’s comment doesn’t give us any additional information about the story, performances, or technical aspects of Toxic. It just confirms that he intends to watch the film once he gets time away from his current shooting schedule. This is in contrast to the manner of promotional comments celebrities might make before watching a movie.

For now, fans will have to wait for Rishab to complete his shooting commitments and watch Toxic. If he does, his reaction could draw attention, especially if he talks about Yash’s performance or the movie’s overall execution. Both actors are very popular, and even a brief review by Rishab might be a big talking point among the Kannada cinema audience.

The exchange is quite revealing of the high level of interest in Toxic and how Yash and Rishab Shetty still influence Kannada cinema. Although Rishab hasn’t seen the movie and promises to see it once he finishes shooting it, fans are waiting for his verdict. And until then, Yash’s Toxic is still in the news, and we are eagerly waiting for more news about the movie and its release.

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