With the new release date now confirmed, industry attention has swiftly turned to another major Bollywood arrival set for the very same weekend. Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, starring Varun Dhawan, is scheduled to hit cinemas on 5 June, just a day after Toxic makes its theatrical debut.
Although the two films are not opening on the exact same day, they will share the same opening weekend, prompting conversations within trade circles about a potential box office clash between Yash and Varun Dhawan.
Toxic is expected to be mounted as a large-scale action drama with pan-India appeal. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film also features Nayanthara, Kiara Advani and Tara Sutaria among its ensemble cast.
Meanwhile, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is reportedly positioned as a youthful romantic entertainer aimed at family audiences. Alongside Varun Dhawan, the film stars Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde in leading roles.
As of now, there has been no official word on whether the makers of the Varun Dhawan starrer intend to shift its release date. For the moment, it appears that audiences may be heading towards a closely timed Yash versus Varun face-off at the summer box office.