Every cinematic battle has one rule—until someone accepts defeat, they are not defeated. Yet even before stepping into theatres, some fans have already started comparing winners and losers. This time, the discussion is around Yash and his upcoming film Toxic, which is set to clash with Dhurandhar 2 starring Ranveer Singh on March 19, 2026.

On Yash’s 40th birthday, the makers dropped a 2-minute-51-second teaser of Toxic. Interestingly, Yash appears only once, and that too in the final moments. But those last seconds—and just two impactful words—have created a storm on social media. So what exactly in this teaser is being seen as a major threat to Dhurandhar 2?

Yash’s Return After a Long Break

Yash was last seen in KGF: Chapter 2 in 2022, the film that turned him into a pan-India superstar. Since then, he has stayed away from the big screen, working quietly on Toxic, which is directed by Geetu Mohandas and co-written with Yash himself. He has also been associated with the ambitious Ramayana project, but Toxic is his true comeback vehicle.

Despite revealing only one look so far, the teaser has been called “huge”. Here’s why.

The Two Big Reasons Behind the Buzz

1. Yash’s Aura and Screen Presence

Sometimes, a star doesn’t need screen time—just presence. Yash appears around the 2:25 mark, but his look leaves a lasting impact. Dressed in a black shirt and coat, dark sunglasses on, gun in one hand and a cigar in the other, the vibe instantly reminded fans of Rocky Bhai from KGF.

Social media reactions say it all:

• “Didn’t expect this… absolutely insane.”

• “Watched it 10 times already and still not enough.”

After nearly three years away from cinemas, Yash’s return itself is an event. His massive fan base across South and North India ensures that curiosity alone will pull crowds to theatres.

2. VFX and Background Score

The second major strength of the Toxic teaser is its technical finesse. From explosions to smoke-filled action frames, nothing feels artificial. One particular scene—where Yash kills a gangster using only his feet—has caught everyone’s attention.

The visual effects are handled by DNEG, the same VFX powerhouse associated with large-scale epics, while the DI work is being done by Redefine. Add to that a thunderous background score, and every frame feels larger than life.

Why ‘Dhurandhar 2’ Faces a Real Challenge

Dhurandhar was a success, and its sequel already has strong buzz. But Toxic brings two dangerous weapons into this box-office clash—Yash’s star power after a long gap and world-class visuals with a raw, massy tone.

With just one look and a short teaser, Toxic has managed to dominate conversations. Whether it translates into box-office supremacy will be known in March 2026—but one thing is clear: this clash is far from one-sided.