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Yash's 'Toxic' First Look: Raya Unleashes Chaos in Bold Birthday Reveal

Yash celebrated his 40th birthday by revealing the first intense look of his character Raya from the upcoming film 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups'. The gripping clip, set in a cemetery, shows Raya amidst chaos, gunfire, and explosions, establishing a bold and unapologetic persona. The film boasts a stellar cast including Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, and features high-caliber technical talent from Hollywood and India. Slated for a massive worldwide release on March 19, 2026, the crime drama is set in 1980s Goa and is shot simultaneously in Kannada and English.

Key Points: Yash as Raya in 'Toxic' First Look Revealed on His Birthday

  • First look reveals Yash's raw character Raya
  • Film is a crime drama set in 1980s Goa
  • Features ensemble cast including Kiara Advani & Nayanthara
  • Grand action choreographed by Hollywood's JJ Perry
  • Worldwide release slated for March 19, 2026
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Yash goes bold as Raya in first look for 'Toxic' on his 40th birthday

Yash unveils intense first look as Raya in 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups'. Film features Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, set for 2026 release.

"RAYA Toxic : A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups in cinemas worldwide on 19-03-2026. - Yash"

Mumbai, Jan 8

As rockstar Yash rang in his 40th birthday on Thursday, the makers of his upcoming film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups marked the occasion by revealing a striking glimpse of his character, Raya raw, bold and unapologetically intense.

The star took to Instagram and X to unveil a gripping clip introducing his character, Raya. Set against the eerie silence of a cemetery, the video opens with a burial in progress before cutting to Yash's character seated in a car with a woman in an intimate moment. Behind them, a bomb is placed, yet the two remain completely unfazed.

The calm at the cemetery is short-lived due to a sudden blast and gunfire shatters the moment, plunging the scene into chaos. As smoke fills the air and bodies lie scattered, Raya steps forward with a Tommy gun in hand and smoking cigar.

For the caption, Yash didn't mention much. He simply wrote: "RAYA Toxic : A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups in cinemas worldwide on 19-03-2026."

The makers had earlier unveiled the leading ladies including Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, and Tara Sutaria of the film.

Written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas and directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups has been simultaneously shot in Kannada and English, with dubbed versions planned in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and several other languages.

"Toxic : A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups" is reportedly a gripping tale of crime and deception set in 1980s Goa, where a powerful drug cartel manipulates lives behind the state's picturesque beaches and vibrant culture.

The film features a formidable technical lineup, including National Award-winning cinematographer Rajeev Ravi, music by Ravi Basrur, editing by Ujwal Kulkarni, and production design by TP Abid.

The action sequences are mounted on a grand scale, choreographed by Hollywood action director JJ Perry (John Wick), alongside National Award-winning action directors Anbariv and Kecha Khamphakdee.

Produced by Venkat K. Under the banners of KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, the film is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on March 19, coinciding with Eid, Ugadi, and Gudi Padwa.

- IANS

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Rohit P
The scale is insane! JJ Perry for action? Anbariv? This is going to be next level. But honestly, I hope the story is as strong as the technical team. Sometimes these big-budget films forget the soul. Still, rooting for Yash and team!
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Ananya R
Happy Birthday King! 🎂 What a gift to fans. 1980s Goa, crime, deception... sounds very intriguing. The cast is stellar too with Kiara, Nayanthara, Huma. Geetu Mohandas directing is a fantastic choice. March 2026 feels so far away!
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David E
Interesting to see a simultaneous Kannada and English shoot. That's a genuine attempt at a pan-India (and global) appeal. The Tommy gun and cigar look is classic. Hope the "fairytale" has some depth and isn't just style over substance.
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Karthik V
Releasing on Eid, Ugadi, and Gudi Padwa? Smart scheduling. The family audience will be free. The description of the video is wild - unfazed by a bomb? Only Raya can pull that off. Ravi Basrur's music is the cherry on top. Hype is real!
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Sarah B
The concept sounds fantastic. Goa in the 80s as a backdrop for a drug cartel story is fresh for Indian cinema. My only concern is the title "Toxic" and calling it a fairytale... hope the messaging is clear and doesn't glamorize the wrong things.

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