Beyond the Screen: Tara Sutaria Defends ‘Toxic’ Co-Star Yash, Calls Him a ‘Male Feminist’
Following the much-anticipated release of Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown Ups on August 26, the film has become a major talking point in the industry. While the Geetu Mohandas-helmed project has sparked polarized reactions among audiences, the behind-the-scenes dynamics—specifically the camaraderie between the lead stars—are capturing headlines.
In a refreshing departure from the onscreen tension of the film, actress Tara Sutaria recently opened up about her experience working alongside Kannada superstar Yash, offering a glimpse into the man behind the “alpha” persona.
A Sensitive Side to the ‘Toxic’ Star
In Toxic, Yash portrays a character defined by anger and volatility, a departure from his real-life demeanor according to Sutaria. During an appearance on The Male Feminist podcast, the actress was asked if she would label her co-star a “male feminist” given his respectful nature on set.
Sutaria was quick to shower praise on the actor, stating, “He is one of the most sensitive and [he is] genuinely thinking about the other person more than himself. It is rare to see such a person in our industry. He is unlike anyone I have met; he is very considerate.” Her comments highlight a stark contrast between Yash’s onscreen intensity and his professional empathy, earning him respect from his peers.
Addressing the Gender Double Standard
Beyond her reflections on Yash, Sutaria took a firm stance against the persistent industry culture of pitting female actors against one another. She lamented the social media habit of constantly comparing actresses, noting that the same scrutiny is rarely applied to their male counterparts.
“In our industry, every single actress fits a different role. I don’t think you can compare anybody. Everyone is doing different work,” she explained. “Sometimes we are compared with one another on social media… they never do that for guys! I have never seen ‘this hero vs. that hero’ [comparisons] in the same way.”
The ‘Toxic’ Experience
Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown Ups features an ambitious ensemble cast, including Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, and Akshay Oberoi. Despite the buzz surrounding the star-studded lineup and the creative vision of director Geetu Mohandas, the film has faced a mixed critical reception since its release.
As the film continues its theatrical run, the discourse has shifted from the cinematic results to these candid revelations from the cast. For fans interested in the full scope of the conversation, more details can be found in the original interview regarding the Toxic production and the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the project.