Toxic vs Dhurandhar 2: Which Film Is Winning the Buzz? IMDb’s 2026 Most Anticipated List Gives a Clear Hint

The battle for audience attention has officially begun between Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar 2’ and Yash’s ‘Toxic’. Both films feature in IMDb’s Most Anticipated Movies of 2026 list, but the early indicators show which one has captured more excitement.

Yash Edges Ahead of Ranveer Singh

Although both Dhurandhar 2 and Toxic are big-budget pan-India films set to release on 19 March 2026, early interest suggests Yash’s film is leading. Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar 2 trails Geetu Mohandas’ Toxic despite Ranveer Singh’s strong fan base.

IMDb’s stats reveal that only 26.6% of users expressed interest in Dhurandhar 2, slightly higher than Shahid Kapoor’s O Romeo at 15%, which is scheduled for 13 February 2026. On the other hand, 35% of users indicated interest in Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, putting it at the top of IMDb’s most anticipated list.

IMDb’s Top 10 Most Anticipated Films of 2026

1. Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups – 35%
2. Dhurandhar 2 – 26.6%
3. O’ Romeo – 15%
4. The Paradise – 6.1%
5. LIK: Love Insurance Company – 4.6%
6. Assi – 4.2%
7. Tu Ya Main – 2.7%
8. Kerala Story 2 – 2.5%
9. Do Deewane Sahar Mein – 1.7%
10. Couple Friendly – 1.6%

‘Toxic’ Dominates BookMyShow Pre-Bookings

Yash’s Toxic is not only leading on IMDb but also performing strongly in pre-bookings on BookMyShow. The multi-starrer features Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Tara Sutaria, and Huma Qureshi in key roles. The film will release in Kannada and English, and strategic partnerships in Telugu states with PVRINOX are already influencing pre-release hype.

Budget and Yash’s Fee

South Indian films dominate the anticipated lists this year, and Toxic is set to continue this trend. Reports indicate the budget ranges from ₹300–600 crore, with Yash reportedly charging ₹100 crore. The teaser and first looks of all the lead actors are out, and fans are eagerly awaiting the trailer.

With the release date just 39 days away, the clash between Dhurandhar 2 and Toxic is already heating up, promising a spectacular showdown at the box office.