Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups - Kiara Advani's first look as Nadia out; reveals a rawer side in Yash's gangster flick

The anticipation surrounding Rocking Star Yash’s upcoming venture, Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, reached a new peak today as the makers officially released the first-look poster of the film’s female lead, Kiara Advani. The unveiling of the actor's character, Nadia, coincides with a momentous occasion: the seventh anniversary of KGF: Chapter 1, the film that propelled Yash to pan-India superstardom.

Visual spectacle

The recently released poster introduces Nadia in a visually rich and dramatic way. The image showcases Advani as the focal point, set against the vibrant, purple-hued backdrop of a circus tent. She stands on a stage adorned with golden confetti, her figure framed by a sophisticated black off-the-shoulder corset gown featuring a high slit.

The location suggests a world of glitz and performance, yet Advani's face conveys a distinct narrative. Advani looks up, highlighting the stark contrast between the joyous setting and her profound sadness. Moving away from typical commercial clichés and into more honest, emotional terrain, this dichotomy suggests a complicated, performance-driven role for the actor.

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Geetu Mohandas on Kiara Advani's transformative role

Geetu Mohandas, a filmmaker renowned for her realistic and grittier films, praised Advani's commitment to the part. "Some performances don’t just belong to a film; they redefine an artist," she stated. Her praise for Advani's "faith and heart" and her "transformative" performance as Nadia was heartfelt. Advani has achieved enormous success in both dramatic and commercial Hindi cinema; their collaboration is a major step forward in her career.

Toxic serves as Yash’s first theatrical release four years after the record-breaking KGF: Chapter 2. Written by Yash and Mohandas and shot in both English and Kannada simultaneously, the film is a massive global undertaking. It will also have Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, and Hindi dubs.

Powerhouse technical crew

A prestigious technical crew is working on the project, and they include editing by Ujwal Kulkarni, cinematography by National Award winner Rajeev Ravi, music by Ravi Basrur, known for KGF, action choreography by JJ Perry, of John Wick fame, and the National Award-winning team Anbariv.

The major theatrical release of Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups is set for March 19, 2026. The date coincides with a lengthy festival weekend that includes Gudi Padwa, Eid, and Ugadi.

Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups FAQs:

Q: Who is Kiara Advani playing in the movie Toxic?

A: Kiara Advani plays the character Nadia in Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups.

Q: When is the release date for Yash's movie Toxic?

A: The film is scheduled for a grand theatrical release on March 19, 2026.

Q: Who is the director of Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups?

A: The movie is directed by Geetu Mohandas, an acclaimed filmmaker known for her gritty and realistic style in films like Moothon and Liar's Dice. She also co-wrote the script alongside the film’s lead star, Yash.