India, Nov. 17 -- There is no debate about the steep rise in popularity of South Indian movies across the country in the last decade. The film industry, renowned for its over-the-top and vibrant movies, has delivered some unforgettable blockbusters across various genres, including drama, romance, horror, and action. But lurking beneath the commercial glamour and shining dance numbers, deeply toxic themes cleverly are often interwoven within attractive tropes. From glorifying toxic masculinity and problematic gender dynamics to normalising harassment and showcasing regressive attitudes, these modern toxic and problematic South Indian movies are blurring the line between entertainment and poison.

In a country obsessed with cinema, the impa...