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Rukmini Vasanth Joins Yash's Ambitious 'Toxic' Ensemble
6 Jan
Summary
- Rukmini Vasanth cast as the graceful and commanding Mellisa.
- Toxic is an ambitious action-drama set in the late 1960s.
- The film is simultaneously shot in Kannada and English for global release.
Rukmini Vasanth has been officially introduced as Mellisa in Yash's upcoming action-drama, Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups. Described as graceful, commanding, and unflinching, Mellisa joins a growing cast of intriguing characters. Director Geetu Mohandas praised Vasanth's intelligent and thoughtful approach to her roles.
The film, set against a vibrant late 1960s backdrop, expands its narrative landscape with this new character reveal. Toxic is being simultaneously shot in Kannada and English, with plans for dubbed versions in multiple languages, highlighting its global ambitions for a March 19, 2026 release.
Co-written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas, the film boasts an acclaimed technical team, including action choreography by Hollywood's JJ Perry. Produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic is shaping up to be one of India's most ambitious cinematic projects.
