The world of Toxic just got darker — and far more dangerous. Last night, Akshay Oberoi unveiled his look as Tony from the much-anticipated Yash-starrer, and it’s safe to say this isn’t a character who plays by the rules.
In the newly released poster, Akshay channels a striking retro-inspired aesthetic while standing atop piles of bodies — a bold, brutal visual that instantly establishes the high-stakes universe of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. With a piercing gaze, rugged styling, and a posture that screams authority, Tony appears to be a man shaped by violence, driven by power, and comfortably living in the grey. It’s morally ambiguous, unapologetically intense, and impossible to ignore.
Headlined by Yash, the film boasts a formidable ensemble including Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Tara Sutaria, and Huma Qureshi. With that kind of star power, expectations are already sky-high. Add Akshay Oberoi’s gritty new avatar to the mix, and the narrative promises layered performances within a world that looks both stylish and savage.
Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic has been steadily building buzz ever since its teaser dropped online, sparking conversations about its scale and cinematic ambition. Interestingly, the film is being simultaneously shot in Kannada and English, with dubbed versions planned in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and more — clearly aiming for a global footprint.
Backed by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, and slated for a grand worldwide release over the Gudi Padwa and Eid weekend on March 19, Toxic seems ready to dominate the box office conversation. If Tony’s introduction is anything to go by, this fairy tale for grown-ups won’t have a happily-ever-after — but it will definitely have bite.