One of the most awaited films of 2026, Rocking Star Yash’s Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, continues to generate enormous excitement with the official unveiling of Kiara Advani’s first look as Nadia.
Kiara Advani, celebrated for her versatility and compelling screen presence, is seen in a strikingly new avatar in this reveal. Over the years, she has seamlessly transitioned across genres—from emotionally rich dramas to big-scale commercial entertainers—cementing her position as one of Hindi cinema’s most prominent performers. With Toxic, she takes a bold step into the raw, intense world envisioned by director Geetu Mohandas, marking a compelling new phase in her career.
The first-look poster presents Nadia against a vivid circus backdrop, immediately drawing attention with its visual grandeur. Yet, beneath the glamour lies a deeply layered character. A closer look reveals undertones of grief and melancholy, hinting at emotional complexity and inner turmoil. This nuanced portrayal suggests that Nadia is far from a conventional role and points toward a performance-driven narrative that could prove to be a defining milestone for Advani.
Speaking about Kiara’s performance, director Geetu Mohandas shared,
“Some performances don’t just belong to a film, they redefine an artist. What Kiara created on screen in this film is nothing short of transformative. As a director, I am deeply proud of her—for the performance she has delivered, and for the faith and heart she brought into our shared journey.”
Four years after rewriting box-office history with KGF: Chapter 2, Yash makes his much-anticipated return to the big screen with Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups. The buzz surrounding the film is further amplified as its announcement aligns with the 7th anniversary of KGF, the film that ignited a cinematic phenomenon.
Written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas and directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic has been simultaneously filmed in English and Kannada, with dubbed versions planned in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and several other languages—highlighting its global vision. The film boasts a powerhouse technical team, including National Award-winning cinematographer Rajeev Ravi, music composer Ravi Basrur, editor Ujwal Kulkarni, and production designer TP Abid. Action sequences are choreographed by Hollywood action director JJ Perry (John Wick) alongside National Award-winning duo Anbariv.
Produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups is slated for a grand theatrical release on 19th March 2026, coinciding with Eid, Ugadi, and Gudi Padwa—setting the stage for a massive festive box-office debut.
