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

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

The newly released image captures Qureshi against a graveyard backdrop, her character positioned next to a classic black automobile. Her costume features a dramatic black gown with exposed shoulders and striking sleeve design, presenting a character whose sophisticated appearance masks darker undertones. The funeral location and subdued color palette hint at a figure whose influence derives from composure and sophistication rather than explicit aggression.

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Toxic Qureshi has built a formidable reputation across film and streaming platforms through acclaimed performances in Anurag Kashyap’s crime drama “Gangs of Wasseypur,” the black comedy “Dedh Ishqiya,” and revenge thriller “Badlapur.” Her work in streaming series includes the dystopian Netflix drama “Leila” and the SonyLIV political thriller “Maharani,” for which she received a Filmfare OTT Award. She was most recently in Season 3 of Netflix series “Delhi Crime” and the lead in Bikas Ranjan Mishra’s film “Bayaan,” which bowed at the Toronto Film Festival.

Yash, the Kannada-language film industry actor who rose to pan-Indian stardom with the “K.G.F” franchise, has become one of the most looked-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 into a larger-than-life action hero propelled the films to unprecedented box-office success, breaking language barriers. The second installment in the franchise is the fifth highest Indian grosser of all time. While the “K.G.F” series cemented his star power, Yash’s early career in Kannada-language films showcased his versatility, with noteworthy performances in projects such as “Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari” (2014) and “Googly” (2013).

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is helmed by festival circuit darling Geetu Mohandas (“Moothon”). The ambitious project represents a watershed moment for Kannada cinema, which has been steadily gaining international traction following the “K.G.F” phenomenon. Written by Yash and Mohandas, “Toxic” is breaking new ground as the first major Indian film conceptualized, written and shot simultaneously in both the Kannada and English languages – with dubbed versions planned for Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and additional 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 dialog 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 look at Kiara Advani‘s character Nadia was revealed recently.

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

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

New Delhi:

The makers of Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups have unveiled the first look of actor Huma Qureshi from the upcoming movie.

What’s Happening

The action-thriller stars Yash in the lead role, with Huma playing a character named “Elizabeth.”
On Sunday, the film’s team shared Huma Qureshi’s poster on their official Instagram handle.
The image features the Gangs of Wasseypur actor in a cemetery-like setting, surrounded by old tombstones and stone statues.
Dressed in an all-black outfit, Huma is seen standing beside a vintage black car, with her look hinting at a composed yet intensely character.

Background

Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups is directed by Geetu Mohandas, who spoke about casting Huma Qureshi in the movie.

In a statement, the filmmaker said the role was challenging to cast and required a performer with a stronger screen presence.

“Casting for this role was probably the trickiest. The character demanded a performer with high-octane caliber and an undeniable presence. From the moment Huma entered my frame, I knew she possessed something rare. She carried an effortless sophistication and intensity that immediately brought the character of Elizabeth alive for me,” said Mohandas, as per the release.

The film marks Yash‘s return to the big screen after KGF: Chapter 2. Toxic has been in development for a long time and is being made in both Kannada and English, with dubbed versions planned in multiple Indian languages.

Written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas, the movie is produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under the banners of KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations. The technical team includes cinematographer Rajeev Ravi, music composer Ravi Basrur and editor Ujwal Kulkarni.

Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups is slated for a theater release on March 19, 2026, coinciding with the festive weekend of Eid, Ugadi and Gudi Padwa.

Actress Huma Qureshi is set to play the role of Elizabeth in K.G.F star Yash’s upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tail For Grown-Ups, the makers announced on Sunday.

“Introducing Huma Qureshi @humasqureshi as ELIZABETH in – A Toxic Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups,” the official

Produced by Venkata K Narayana and Yash under the banner of KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic also stars Akshay Oberoi in a key role.

Earlier, the makers dropped a teaser of the movie which showed Yash smoking a cigar and stepping out of a sleek black car. Dressed in a crisp white suit and a stylish hat, he enters a pub in the next scene. The teaser concludes with a sequence where Yash pours liquor over a bar dancer.

Toxic is set to release in theaters on 19 March, 2026.

The film marks Yash’s first project since the release of KGF: Chapter 2, a superhit film from Prashanth Neel, which hits theaters in 2022.

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