In celebration of Yash’s birthday, the creators of “Toxic – A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” have introduced a new character named Raya. Yash himself portrays this role, adding a personal touch to the film’s character-driven approach. This video announcement follows the unveiling of the film’s female ensemble cast, which includes Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, and Tara Sutaria.
Toxic’s Character Introduction
The character introduction video begins in a cemetery, quickly transitioning to action-packed scenes. Gunfire echoes as Raya emerges from smoke, wielding a tommy gun. This dramatic opening sets a darker tone, highlighting the film’s ambitious scale and visual intensity.
Building on footage shared during last year’s birthday celebrations, the video enhances the film’s action-driven narrative and aesthetic approach.
About Yash and His Role
Yash, who serves as the actor, co-writer, and co-producer, embodies a role that emphasizes creative exploration within an international format. He rose to fame through the “K.G.F” franchise, gaining recognition for his character Rocky Bhai in both “K.G.F: Chapter 1” (2018) and “K.G.F: Chapter 2” (2022).
- The “K.G.F” series is one of India’s highest-grossing film franchises.
- “K.G.F: Chapter 2” ranks as the fifth highest Indian grosser of all time.
- Yash showcased his versatility in earlier Kannada films such as “Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari” (2014) and “Googly” (2013).
Written by Yash and director Geetu Mohandas, “Toxic – A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” is filmed in Kannada and English, with plans for dubbed versions in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and other languages. The production team includes National Award-winning cinematographer Rajeev Ravi, composer Ravi Basrur, editor Ujwal Kulkarni, and production designer T.P. Abid.
Action Sequences and Production Team
The film features action choreography by J.J. Perry, known for “John Wick,” along with Indian National Film Award-winning directors Anbariv and Kecha Khamphakdee.
“Toxic – A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” is produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations. The film is scheduled for a worldwide release on March 19, aligning with the celebrations of Eid, Ugadi, and Gudi Padwa.
