Superstar Yash has officially unveiled the first-look poster of Kiara Advani from his much-anticipated pan-India film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups. Taking to social media, Yash introduced Kiara’s character with the caption, “Introducing Kiara Advani as NADIA,” instantly setting social media abuzz and raising expectations for the ambitious project.
The striking poster presents Kiara Advani in a bold and intense avatar. Dressed in a black off-shoulder gown with a thigh-high slit, she stands under a spotlight on a dance floor, turned away from the camera with visible tears on her face. The visual hints at emotional depth and inner conflict, suggesting that Nadia is a layered and powerful character rather than a conventional female lead. Fans quickly reacted, with many praising the dark, dramatic tone of her look and calling it one of her most intense appearances yet.
Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups marks Kiara Advani’s first collaboration with Yash and her entry into his cinematic universe post KGF: Chapter 2. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Geetu Mohandas, the film is set against the backdrop of a Goa-based drug cartel and explores themes of power, ambition, and moral conflict. The project is being positioned as a gritty action thriller with a strong emotional core.
Director Geetu Mohandas, speaking about Kiara’s performance, described it as transformative. In an official statement, she shared that some performances go beyond a film and redefine an artist, adding that Kiara brought immense faith, depth, and heart into her role. This praise has further heightened curiosity around Nadia’s importance in the narrative.
The film is written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas and has been shot in both English and Kannada, with dubbed versions planned in multiple Indian languages. Music is composed by Ravi Basrur, while cinematography is handled by Rajeev Ravi. The action sequences are a major highlight, featuring a collaboration between Indian action directors and international stunt coordinator JJ Perry, promising high-octane and technically refined action scenes.
Produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups is slated for a grand theatrical release on March 19, 2026. As Yash’s return to the big screen after KGF: Chapter 2, the film is already one of the most awaited releases, and Kiara Advani’s first look as Nadia has only intensified the anticipation.