Toxic: Yash unveils Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth

Anticipation around Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups is steadily intensifying, with each new reveal adding to the mystique of one of 2026’s most ambitious films. Helmed by National Award-winning director Geetu Mohandas, the period gangster drama promises a moody blend of crime, fantasy and raw intensity.

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Anchoring this dark universe is Yash, whose commanding presence defines the film’s tone. Just a week after unveiling Kiara Advani as the enigmatic Nadia, the Rocking Star has now raised the stakes by introducing Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth. 

Huma Qureshi Steps In as Elizabeth

On Sunday, Yash shared a striking new poster from Toxic, offering audiences their first glimpse of Huma Qureshi’s character. The reveal instantly set social media abuzz. Draped in sculpted black, Huma leans against a vintage car with quiet authority.

Her resolute gaze, framed by looming stone angels and weathered grave crosses, evokes an atmosphere thick with danger and elegance. With wind-tossed leaves and gothic undertones, Elizabeth emerges as a woman of mystery- timeless, powerful and undeniably formidable in this noir fairytale.

Sharing the poster, Yash wrote, "Introducing Huma Qureshi @humasqureshi as ELIZABETH in - A Toxic Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups." (sic)

Introducing Huma Qureshi @humasqureshi as ELIZABETH in - A Toxic Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups #TOXIC#TOXICTheMovie@advani_kiara#GeetuMohandas@RaviBasrur#RajeevRavi#UjwalKulkarni#TPAbid#MohanBKere#SandeepSadashiva#PrashantDileepHardikar#KunalSharma#SandeepSharma… pic.twitter.com/aozI7wKWCb

— Yash (@TheNameIsYash) December 28, 2025

The first look hints at a character layered with intrigue, suggesting Elizabeth plays a pivotal role in the film’s darker narrative threads. Fans and critics alike have lauded the casting, praising Huma’s ability to bring gravitas and emotional depth to complex roles.

Kiara Advani’s Fierce Nadia Sets the Tone

Prior to Elizabeth’s reveal, Kiara Advani made waves as Nadia, a character she has described as the most challenging of her career. Her intense first-look poster, shared by Yash, showcased a bold and mysterious persona that immediately captured attention.

More About Toxic

With an ensemble cast that also features Nayanthara and Tara Sutaria, Toxic is shaping up to be a richly layered, adult-oriented cinematic experience. As the countdown to its release begins, more character introductions are expected in the coming weeks.

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Shot simultaneously in Kannada and English, with multiple dubbed versions planned, Toxic is set for a grand global release on March 19, 2026, positioning itself as a landmark pan-Indian spectacle.