Filmmakers YashThe long-awaited film “Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Adults” showed the first look at Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth, revealing a character that combines old world glamor with unsettling gothic menace.
The newly released image shows Qureshi in front of a graveyard, with her character positioned next to a classic black car. Her costume is a striking black off-the-shoulder dress with bold sleeve designs, presenting a character whose sophisticated appearance masks darker undertones. The funeral location and muted color palette hint at a figure whose influence stems from composure and sophistication rather than overt aggression.
Qureshi has earned a huge reputation on film and streaming platforms with acclaimed performances in Anurag Kashyap's crime drama Gangs of Wasseypur, black comedy Dedh Ishqiya and revenge thriller Badlapur. Her streaming series work includes Netflix's dystopian drama Laila and SonyLIV's political thriller Maharani, for which she won a Filmfare OTT Award. Most recently, she was in the third season of the Netflix series Delhi Crime and played the lead role in Bikas Ranjan Mishra's film Bayan. who bowed at the Toronto Film Festival.
Yash, an actor from the Kannada film industry who became a pan-India star with the KGF franchise, has become one of the most sought after stars of Indian cinema. Known for his role as Rocky Bhai in the films KGF: Chapter 1 (2018) andKGF: Chapter 2(2022) Yash's transformation into an incredible action hero led the films to unprecedented box office success, breaking language barriers. The second installment of the franchise is the fifth highest grosser of all time at the Indian box office. While KGF cemented his star power, Yash's early career in Kannada films showcased his versatility, with notable performances in projects like Mr. Kannada. and Mrs. Ramachari” (2014) and “Googly” (2013).
“Toxic” is led by a festival favorite Geetu Mohandas (“Mouton”). This ambitious project represents a watershed moment for Kannada cinema, which has been steadily gaining international popularity since the KGF phenomenon. Written by Yash and Mohandas, Toxic breaks new ground as India's first high-concept major film. written and filmed simultaneously in Kannada and English – Dubbed versions are planned in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and other languages.
“Casting for this role was probably the most difficult,” said director Geetu Mohandas. “The character required a performer of high caliber and an undeniable presence. From the moment Huma walked into my frame, I witnessed that she possessed something rare. She carried an effortless sophistication and intensity that immediately brought the character of Elizabeth to life for me. Huma is an actor who questions, explores and challenges the artistic interpretation of a role, and this dialogue has become an important part of our creative journey. She has always been known as a source of talent, but this performance will be a turning point for the appearance an undeniable, impressive new presence on celluloid.”
First look at Kiara Advanicharacter Nadya was opened recently.
The production has an outstanding technical team including Indian National Film Award winning cinematographer Rajeev Ravi, composer Ravi Basrur, editor Ujjwal Kulkarni and production designer T.P. Abid. The sequence of actions was Hollywood choreographer JJ Perryknown for his work on John Wick, alongside Indian National Film Award-winning duo Anbariv and Kecha Khampakdi.
Produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash in association with KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic: A Fairytale for Adults The release is scheduled for March 19, 2026.taking advantage of the extended holiday weekend which includes Eid, Ugadi and Gudi Padwa celebrations.
