Bangalore, February 25 – The makers of director Geethu Mohandas's 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups', starring Rocking Star Yash in the lead, have officially unveiled the stylish first look of actor Darrell D'Silva as Salvador in the film.
On his social media accounts, Yash shared Darrell D'Silva's first look poster, saying, "Introducing Darrell D’Silva as SALVADOR in - A Toxic Fairytale For Grown-Ups. #Toxic In Cinemas Worldwide from 19-03-2026. #ToxicTheMovie #ToxicOnMarch19th."
Director Geethu Mohandas praised Darrell D'Silva's work in the film, saying, "It wasn't easy to learn Kannada and deliver it with such fluency and confidence. I truly admire your dedication and discipline. Your energy on set was truly infectious. You brought so much energy and passion to every moment. I look forward to seeing you in India soon @humphrybaudilaire."
The makers have already released the first looks of actors Akshay Oberoi, Sudev Nair, and Balaji Manohar in the film.
Balaji Manohar plays Bheera, Akshay Oberoi plays Tony, and Sudev Nair plays Karmadi in the film.
Director Geethu Mohandas, who shared her experience of directing Balaji Manohar on her Instagram stories, wrote, "It has been an absolute pleasure working with you. I noticed how you chose to stay on set even after your shots were done, simply to immerse yourself in the process of filmmaking. That kind of dedication is rare. Your enthusiasm, your constant curiosity, and your willingness to offer thoughtful suggestions are always appreciated. You don't just perform your role; you invest in the film. Thank you @balajimanoharofficial."
Speaking about Sudev, director Geetu Mohandas shared on social media, “This journey would have been much more challenging without the right casting for Karmadi. I needed someone who could be present and quietly supportive of the film, and Sudev made it effortless. Having worked with him before, I knew the depth of his talent, and he reminded me again why I value him so highly."
She further said, "His craft is powerful yet understated, and he committed himself not just to the role, but to the entire journey of our film. He brought a quiet strength to every scene — depth without ostentation, emotion without excess — and on set, he led gently, simply by example. I believe that talent alone isn't enough; good people are essential. And Sudev is not just here to stay, but to truly thrive."
The director also wrote a post about working with Akshay.
She wrote, “Working with Akshay has been one of those rare experiences that reminds me why I enjoy directing actors so much. What sets him apart immediately is his curiosity. He doesn't approach a script passively; he interrogates it in a thought-provoking way. He asks questions not to intellectualize the work, but to deepen it. He wants to understand the emotional architecture of a scene — what precedes it, what it costs, what it leaves behind."
Stating that as a director, she didn't have to push him towards the truth as he's already searching for it, the director said, "Akshay genuinely enjoys acting. Even in the most intense and complex moments, there's a sense of discovery in him. Keep an eye out for this talent; he's going to shine!"
The recently unveiled teaser has already generated significant interest, with over 200 million views in 24 hours, while introducing Yash in a striking new, clean-shaven avatar as 'Ticket' — instantly sparking multiple theories of a possible dual role.
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 — underscoring its global ambition.
Produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on March 19 this year. The film also stars Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, and Tara Sutaria in pivotal roles.
