Yash’s ‘Toxic’ Unveils First Look of Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth

The filmmakers behind Yash‘s extremely anticipated “Toxic – A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” have revealed the first take a look at Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth, unveiling a personality that blends old-world glamour with unsettling gothic menace.

The newly launched picture captures Qureshi against a cemetery backdrop, her character positioned next to a traditional black vehicle. Her costume encompasses a dramatic black robe with uncovered shoulders and putting sleeve design, presenting a personality whose refined look masks darker undertones. The funereal location and subdued colour palette trace at a determine whose affect derives from composure and class reasonably than express aggression.

Qureshi has constructed a formidable status across movie and streaming platforms by means of acclaimed performances in Anurag Kashyap’s crime drama “Gangs of Wasseypur,” the black comedy “Dedh Ishqiya,” and revenge thriller “Badlapur.” Her work in streaming collection consists of the dystopian Netflix drama “Leila” and the SonyLIV political thriller “Maharani,” for which she acquired a Filmfare OTT Award. She was most just lately in Season 3 of Netflix collection “Delhi Crime” and the lead in Bikas Ranjan Mishra’s movie “Bayaan,” which bowed at the Toronto Film Festival.

Yash, the Kannada-language movie business actor who rose to pan-Indian stardom with the “K.G.F” franchise, has turn into one of the most sought-after stars in Indian cinema. Known for his portrayal of Rocky Bhai in “K.G.F: Chapter 1” (2018) and “K.G.F: Chapter 2” (2022) Yash’s transformation right into a larger-than-life action hero propelled the movies to unprecedented box-office success, breaking language limitations. The second instalment in the franchise is the fifth highest Indian grosser of all time. While the “K.G.F” collection cemented his star energy, Yash’s early profession in Kannada-language movies showcased his versatility, with notable performances in initiatives such as “Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari” (2014) and “Googly” (2013).

“Toxic” is helmed by pageant circuit darling Geetu Mohandas (“Moothon”). The bold project represents a watershed second for Kannada cinema, which has been steadily gaining worldwide traction following the “K.G.F” phenomenon. Written by Yash and Mohandas, “Toxic” is breaking new floor as the first major Indian movie conceptualized, written and shot concurrently in each the Kannada and English languages – with dubbed variations deliberate for Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and extra languages.

“Casting for this role was perhaps the trickiest,” said director Geetu Mohandas. “The character demanded a performer with high octane caliber and an undeniable presence. From the moment Huma entered my frame, I witnessed that she possessed something rare. She carried an effortless sophistication and intensity that immediately brought the character of Elizabeth alive for me. Huma is an actor who questions, probes, and challenges the artistic interpretation of a role and that dialogue became an essential part of our creative journey. She has always been known as a powerhouse of talent, but this performance will mark as a turning point for the arrival of an undeniable, commanding new presence on celluloid.”

The first take a look at Kiara Advani‘s character Nadia was unveiled just lately.

The manufacturing has assembled a notable technical crew including Indian National Film Award-winning cinematographer Rajeev Ravi, composer Ravi Basrur, editor Ujwal Kulkarni and manufacturing designer T.P. Abid. Action sequences have been choreographed by Hollywood’s J.J. Perry, recognized for his work on “John Wick,” alongside Indian National Film Award-winning duo Anbariv and Kecha Khamphakdee.

Produced by Venkat Okay. Narayana and Yash by means of KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, “Toxic – A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” is scheduled for theatrical release March 19, 2026, capitalizing on the prolonged vacation weekend that encompasses Eid, Ugadi and Gudi Padwa celebrations.