The workforce behind Yash‘s extremely anticipated “Poisonous – A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” has revealed the primary take a look at Nayanthara as Ganga, presenting the actress in a task that mixes visible depth with a commanding presence.
The poster positions Nayanthara in entrance of an ornate on line casino entrance, weapon in hand, projecting managed energy inside a high-stakes luxurious setting. The picture marks a departure for the actor, suggesting a personality outlined by calculated authority moderately than typical heroism.
Nayanthara has established herself as one in all India’s most acclaimed actor over a two-decade profession spanning greater than 75 movies throughout Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada-language cinema. Her filmography contains women-centric successes like “Aramm,” “Kolamaavu Kokila” and “Netrikann,” alongside Shah Rukh Khan’s blockbuster “Jawan.”
Yash, the Kannada-language movie business actor who rose to pan-Indian stardom with the “Okay.G.F” franchise, has grow to be one of the crucial sought-after stars in Indian cinema. Recognized for his portrayal of Rocky Bhai in “Okay.G.F: Chapter 1” (2018) and “K.G.F: Chapter 2” (2022) Yash’s transformation right into a larger-than-life motion hero propelled the movies to unprecedented box-office success, breaking language limitations. The second instalment within the franchise is the fifth highest Indian grosser of all time. Whereas the “Okay.G.F” sequence cemented his star energy, Yash’s early profession in Kannada-language movies showcased his versatility, with notable performances in tasks resembling “Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari” (2014) and “Googly” (2013).
“Poisonous” is helmed by pageant circuit darling Geetu Mohandas (“Moothon”). The formidable mission represents a watershed second for Kannada cinema, which has been steadily gaining worldwide traction following the “Okay.G.F” phenomenon. Written by Yash and Mohandas, “Poisonous” is breaking new floor as the primary main Indian movie conceptualized, written and shot simultaneously in both the Kannada and English languages – with dubbed variations deliberate for Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and extra languages.
“Everyone knows Nayan as a celebrated star with a commanding display screen presence, and a exceptional profession spanning twenty years however in ‘Poisonous,’ audiences will witness a expertise that had been quietly ready to blow up,” mentioned director Geetu Mohandas. “I wished to painting Nayan in a means that she’s by no means been showcased earlier than. However because the shoot progressed I started to see how intently her personal character echoed the soul of the character. It wasn’t imitation, it was alignment. The depth, the honesty, the restraint, and the emotional readability she introduced weren’t performances layered on prime of the character, they had been qualities she already possessed. I discovered my Ganga, so brilliantly carried out by her, and much more unexpectedly, I discovered a pricey buddy.”
The reveal follows earlier character unveilings for the manufacturing, together with Kiara Advani as Nadia and Huma Qureshi as Elizabeth, every presenting distinct visible aesthetics inside the movie’s narrative world.
The manufacturing has assembled a notable technical crew together with Indian Nationwide Movie Award-winning cinematographer Rajeev Ravi, composer Ravi Basrur, editor Ujwal Kulkarni and manufacturing designer T.P. Abid. Motion sequences have been choreographed by Hollywood’s J.J. Perry, recognized for his work on “John Wick,” alongside Indian Nationwide Movie Award-winning duo Anbariv and Kecha Khamphakdee.
Produced by Venkat Okay. Narayana and Yash by KVN Productions and Monster Thoughts Creations, “Poisonous – A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” is scheduled for theatrical release March 19, 2026, capitalizing on the prolonged vacation weekend that encompasses Eid, Ugadi and Gudi Padwa celebrations.


















































