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Toxic sees sharp second-day box office drop

52 sourcesUpdated 28 Aug 2026, 4:51 am Coverage regionsGlobal · India · International
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Day 2 collections fell to about Rs 36.40 crore net in India after the film’s strong opening.

Reports said the drop was around 64 percent from opening-day levels.

The Hindi version was cited as the top contributor on day 2.

Later reports said the film earned Rs 24.50 crore net in India on day 4.

Why it mattersThe sharp Day 2 fall shows whether strong opening hype can translate into sustained audience demand and box office momentum.
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Those reports put the film’s total India net collection at Rs 190.45 crore and its worldwide gross at Rs 254.75 crore.

Several reports noted mixed or polarising reviews for the film.

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What coverage agrees on

All of the reporting agrees that Toxic saw a sharp drop after its opening and then continued to add to its totals in later days. The reports also broadly agree that the film drew mixed or polarising reviews.

What is changing or disputed

The later-day figures are still tied to industry tracker estimates cited in the reports, so the totals could be updated if revised data appears. The size of the decline and the exact contribution of each language version may also shift as more box office reporting is published.

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The neutral reports focus on box office estimates and the sequence of daily totals. They say Toxic dropped about 64 percent on day 2 and later reached Rs 190.45 crore in India net collection. The reporting also notes that the Hindi version led day 2 and that the film drew mixed or polarising reviews.

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Cinema Express Neutral framing Reported

Toxic box office day 2: Yash-starrer sees steep drop in collections

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Cinema Express reports that the Yash-starrer film Toxic experienced a sharp 64 percent drop in box office collections on its second day after a strong opening. The publication notes that the film earned Rs 36.40 crore net on Thursday, bringing its total India net collection to Rs 137.50 crore, while comparing its performance to the actor's previous release KGF Chapter 2.

Asianet Newsable Neutral framing Reported

Toxic Box Office Collection Day 2: Yash Film Sees 64% Drop, Earns Rs 137 Crore in India

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Asianet Newsable reports that Toxic earned approximately Rs 36.40 crore net in India on its second day, marking a 64 percent decline from its opening figures. The article details trade estimates, box office comparisons with other films, and mentions that the movie received mixed audience reactions regarding its violent sequences and narrative depth.

Business Today Neutral framing Reported

'Toxic' Box Office collection Day 2: Yash starrer collects ₹36.40 crore after ₹101 crore opening

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Business Today reports that the action thriller Toxic saw a significant slowdown on its second day, collecting about Rs 36.40 crore net in India following a Rs 101.10 crore opening. The publication attributes the momentum shift partly to mixed reviews concerning the film's runtime, pacing, and editing while noting that the Hindi version led the day two earnings.

The Times of India Neutral framing Reported

'Toxic' box office collections day 4: Yash, Nayanthara, Kiara Advani starrer records 9.9% drop; worldwide

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The Times of India reports that the film Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups experienced a decline in its box office collections, recording an estimated Rs 24.50 crore net in India on its fourth day. According to data attributed to Sacnilk, the film's total India net collection reached Rs 190.45 crore, with worldwide gross collections hitting Rs 254.75 crore. The article notes that the Hindi version was the highest contributor on Saturday and shares a mixed review of the movie from ETimes.

Outlook India Neutral framing Reported

Toxic Box Office Collection Day 4: Yash- Starrer Crosses ₹250 Crore Mark Worldwide

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Outlook India reports that the Yash-starrer action thriller Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups crossed the ₹250 crore gross mark globally on its fourth day in theatres. Citing industry tracker Sacnilk, the article states that the film earned ₹24.50 crore net in India on Day 4 across 17,612 shows, bringing its total domestic net collection to ₹190.45 crore. The piece notes a steady decline in daily domestic receipts following a massive opening day and mentions that the film received polarising reviews.

Times Now Neutral framing Reported

Hi Box Office Collections Day 2: Nayanthara Starrer Records Growth As Previous Release Toxic Sees A Drop In Ea

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Times Now reports that while Nayanthara's newer release Hi experienced a growth in its day two box office earnings, her previous release Toxic witnessed a decline in collections amid mixed reactions. According to Sacnilk data cited in the article, Toxic earned an estimated Rs 24.50 crore net in India on Day 4, bringing its total India net collection to Rs 190.45 crore. The publication outlines the performance of both films while maintaining attribution to public tracking data.

Outlook India Neutral framing Reported

Toxic Box Office Collection Day 7: Yash's Film Earns ₹229.60 Crore Net Despite Drop

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Outlook India reports on the box office collection of the film Toxic on its seventh day, stating that it added seven point eight five crore rupees to its India net total. According to trade tracker Sacnilk, the film reached a worldwide collection of three hundred fifteen crore rupees despite a visible decline in daily earnings. The article notes that the film has received mixed reactions from audiences and critics since its release.

Republic World Neutral framing Reported

Toxic Box Office Collection Day 7: Yash-Nayanthara Starrer Sees Growth On Tuesday, Earns ₹229.95 Crore

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Republic World reports that the film Toxic saw a seven point two percent spike in collection on Tuesday, bringing its net total in India to two hundred twenty-nine point nine five crore rupees. According to Sacnilk, the movie collected eight point two zero crore rupees across twelve thousand eight hundred ninety-four shows on day seven. The publication notes that the psychological thriller gangster film is struggling overall at the box office despite this single-day growth.

Outlook India Neutral framing Reported

Aditya Dhar Backs Yash Amid Toxic Criticism, Fans Now Want The Two To Collaborate

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Outlook India reports that filmmaker Aditya Dhar shared an Instagram Story supporting actor Yash amid ongoing criticism and mixed reactions faced by the film Toxic. The brief social media gesture prompted fans to speculate and demand a future collaboration between the actor and director, though no official project has been announced. The article also touches upon the film's box office standing, stating it has earned over Rs 229 crore net in India.

Business Upturn Neutral framing Reported

Toxic Box Office Day 7: 250 Crore Milestone, Hanuman Ansh and Irumudi Update

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Business Upturn reports that Yash's film Toxic is steadily approaching the 250 crore mark at the worldwide box office as it enters its second week. Despite mixed reactions to its bold tone and violent content, the trade report notes that the film retains strong holding power, particularly in Hindi-speaking markets. The publication also highlights the performance of other releases like Hanuman Ansh and Irumudi, describing them as profitable or safe hits through steady word of mouth and audience support.

India Today Neutral framing Reported

Toxic box office Day 9: Another 30 per cent drop, Yash film shows no recovery signs

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India Today reports that the Yash-starrer Toxic continued to slow down at the box office, recording a significant drop in its daily collections in its second week. According to trade website Sacnilk cited in the article, Toxic's India nett collection reached Rs 235.05 crore after nine days, while its worldwide gross crossed Rs 322 crore. The article contrasts this deceleration with the fourth-week performance of the low-budget devotional drama Hanuman Ansh, which has continued to post surprising numbers through positive word of mouth.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com Neutral framing Reported

'Toxic' box office collections day 11: Yash starrer gets Saturday boost; India net reaches Rs 243.09 Cr;

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The Times of India reports that Yash's film Toxic showed signs of improvement on its second Saturday with an India net collection of Rs 2.04 crore, marking a 16.6 percent rise from Friday. Citing Sacnilk data, the article notes that the movie's total India net has reached Rs 243.09 crore and its worldwide total has crossed 333 crore rupees. The publication also mentions that the film has received mostly negative reviews from critics regarding its screenplay, pacing, and themes.