Kannada actor Yash’s much-awaited film Toxic is under scrutiny for allegedly causing environmental damage by illegally felling hundreds of trees in Bengaluru for a film set. The Karnataka Forest Department has filed an FIR against the filmmakers, citing violations under the Forest Act. Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre’s site visit and satellite imagery evidence have intensified calls for strict action, with possibilities of a ban looming over the project. This controversy highlights the need for sustainable practices in the entertainment industry. The film’s future release hangs in uncertainty amidst legal and public backlash.