Huma Qureshi condemns gender-based double standards following online backlash against Kiara Advani over Toxic song appearance
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Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi has publicly defended co-star Kiara Advani following a wave of online vitriol sparked by the release of the song “Tabahi” from the upcoming film “Toxic.” The track, which features intimate scenes between Advani and lead actor Yash, has triggered widespread social media scrutiny centered on Advani’s personal life and choices.
Qureshi characterized the negative commentary as a manifestation of a “sick and misogynistic mindset.” The criticism, much of which targets Advani for performing intimate scenes despite being married and recently becoming a mother, has been widely decried as a double standard. While Advani has faced intense harassment, Yash—who is also married and a father—has largely been spared similar judgment, a disparity that Qureshi highlighted as evidence of deep-seated bias.
In a recent interview, Qureshi dismissed the trolls, asserting that engaging with such hostility is counterproductive. She expressed confidence that the film’s quality and the artistic intent of the creators will ultimately silence critics, noting that the project’s performance on screen will serve as the only necessary response to the backlash. She emphasized that the digital environment often fails to reflect the reality of the broader world and discouraged the cast from participating in public debates with online detractors.
The controversy has extended beyond Advani, spilling over into the social media profiles of her husband, actor Sidharth Malhotra. Users have flooded Malhotra’s personal Instagram account with derogatory comments regarding Advani’s professional decisions and private life.
Despite the persistent online campaign, the production team behind “Toxic” remains focused on the film’s development. The consensus among the cast and crew is that the final cinematic product will provide the ultimate rebuttal to the ongoing public debate.
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