Kiara Advani's first look as Nadia in the upcoming Yash-starrer "Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups" has been revealed, generating considerable buzz and excitement among fans. The film, directed by Geethu Mohandas, is slated to release on March 19, 2026, coinciding with Ugadi, and is being produced by KVN Productions and Yash's Monster Mind Creations.
The first look poster, shared by Yash on his Instagram, features Advani in a striking avatar. She is seen in a black, off-shoulder, thigh-high slit gown, standing under a spotlight on what appears to be a dance floor or stage. With tears streaming down her face and a pensive gaze, Advani's Nadia exudes both glamour and deep emotion. This layered portrayal hints at a performance-driven role that could mark a transformative moment in her career. Many fans have drawn comparisons between her look and characters from Tim Burton films or even Harley Quinn, noting the almost goth-like appearance.
Director Geethu Mohandas has praised Advani's performance, stating that it is "nothing short of transformative". She added that Advani "didn't just play the role, she lived it," emphasizing the actress's unwavering trust and commitment to the character. Mohandas also noted that Advani's portrayal redefines her as an artist, bringing something new and meaningful to her journey as an actor.
"Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups" marks Yash's return to the big screen after the "KGF" franchise. The film is written by Yash and Geethu Mohandas and is being shot simultaneously in Kannada and English, with dubbed versions planned for Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and other languages. The film is described as a period gangster drama that blends dark realism with mythic storytelling.
The film boasts a stellar technical team, including Rajeev Ravi as cinematographer, Ravi Basrur as music composer, and Ujwal Kulkarni as editor. Hollywood action director JJ Perry, known for his work on "John Wick," has choreographed some of the film's action sequences, along with Indian National Film Award-winning duo Anbariv.
Besides Yash and Kiara Advani, the film features an ensemble cast including Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, Akshay Oberoi, and Sudev Nair. "Toxic" is set to clash at the box office with Ranveer Singh's "Dhurandhar: Part 2," also releasing on March 19, 2026.
