Toxic’s English version will release in Indian theatres on September 4, 2026. The English cut runs for 176 minutes and 52 seconds, compared with 194 minutes and 12 seconds for the Indian-language versions. It is therefore 17 minutes and 20 seconds shorter.
When will the Toxic English version release in India?
The Toxic English version will release in Indian theatres on September 4, 2026.
The Kannada-English bilingual production initially released its Indian-language versions on August 26.
However, the English version did not arrive in Indian theatres alongside them.
The English cut is now set for a theatrical release in India after already opening overseas on August 26.
How long is the Toxic English version?
The English version has a runtime of 176 minutes and 52 seconds.
That translates to 2 hours, 56 minutes and 52 seconds.
The other versions have a runtime of 194 minutes and 12 seconds, or 3 hours, 14 minutes and 12 seconds.
| Version | Runtime |
|---|---|
| English | 176 min 52 sec |
| Indian-language versions | 194 min 12 sec |
| Difference | 17 min 20 sec |
The English version is therefore not exactly 18 minutes shorter. Its precise difference is 17 minutes and 20 seconds.
Why is the Toxic English version shorter?
The English version has a tighter runtime than the Indian-language cuts.
The supplied information does not specify which scenes or sequences were removed or shortened.
This makes the English cut a notable alternate version of the Yash-led film.
When was Toxic’s English version certified?
The Central Board of Film Certification certified the English version with an A certificate on September 1, 2026.
The certification came three days before its scheduled Indian theatrical release.
Did Toxic’s English version release overseas?
Yes, the English version released overseas on August 26, 2026.
That was the same date on which the Indian-language versions opened in India and international markets.
The English version, however, was held back from an Indian theatrical release until September 4.
Who distributed Toxic internationally?
Phars Film acquired the international theatrical rights for the five Indian-language versions.
Lionsgate acquired distribution rights for the English version across international territories.
The English-language release was intended to target mainstream audiences beyond the Indian diaspora and reach wider Western theatrical chains.
Who stars in Toxic?
Toxic stars Yash, Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, Rukmini Vasanth and Akshay Oberoi, among others.
Yash plays a double role in the film.
Geetu Mohandas has directed the film and co-written it with Yash.
The film is produced by Venkat K Narayana’s KVN Productions and Yash’s KVN Productions.
Why it matters
Toxic is unusual among major Indian films because it was made in both Kannada and English. The separate English cut gives Indian audiences access to a version that is nearly 18 minutes shorter than the longer Indian-language versions.
The precise runtime difference is 17 minutes and 20 seconds, with the English version running for 176 minutes and 52 seconds.
FAQ
When does the Toxic English version release in India?
The Toxic English version releases in Indian theatres on September 4, 2026.
How long is the Toxic English version?
The English version runs for 176 minutes and 52 seconds, or 2 hours, 56 minutes and 52 seconds.
Is the Toxic English version shorter than the Indian-language versions?
Yes. The English version is 17 minutes and 20 seconds shorter than the 194-minute-12-second Indian-language versions.
When was the Toxic English version certified?
The English version received an A certificate from the CBFC on September 1, 2026.
Who stars in Toxic?
Toxic stars Yash, Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, Rukmini Vasanth and Akshay Oberoi, among others.
