Sinch Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups has hit theatres; the film has generated a massive discussion online. The film has garnered mixed reviews from audiences, but has also earned the support of some of the most beloved stars in the Kannada film industry. National Award-winning Kannada actor Rishab Shetty has extended support to Yash and filmmaker Geetu Mohandas, calling Toxic a "daring experiment" and hailing the conviction with which Yash has essayed his part.

Rishab Shetty defends Yash amid Toxic backlash

Late Saturday night, the Kantara star took to his X (formerly known as Twitter) account and shared his views about Toxic. He wrote, "As an artist, when you play a character, you try to bring it to life from the bottom of your heart. And here, I am truly impressed by the conviction with which the struggle of a powerful man has been portrayed."