In a candid revelation, actor Gulshan Devaiah has shared the reasons behind his decision to decline a role in the highly anticipated pan-Indian film, 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups'. The film, headlined by superstar Yash, is one of the most awaited projects in Indian cinema.
The Scheduling Conflict That Led to a 'No'
Speaking in a recent interview, Devaiah disclosed that he was offered a part in the film a considerable time ago. He had an extensive discussion with director Geetu Mohandas, who was keen on having him onboard. However, the collaboration did not materialize. "Geetu Mohandas and I had a long chat over this, and she really wanted me in that film, but it just didn't work out for a variety of reasons," the actor stated.
He pinpointed scheduling as the primary hurdle. "Mostly, I think it was scheduling, because their film was such a big film," Devaiah explained. He elaborated that the massive scale of the project, which was planned in multiple parts, clashed with his existing commitments. "The whole thing was in so many different parts, and I was like, I already have things going on over here, which I'm finding difficult to manage. So if I take up another one in a big franchise-level film, then it would not just work out. So, I didn’t do that," he added.
Inside the Ambitious World of 'Toxic'
The film is a colossal venture with significant pan-Indian and international aspirations. 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' is written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas, with Mohandas also directing. The cast features Yash in the lead, supported by Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, and Tara Sutaria in pivotal roles.
The technical crew behind the film is formidable, boasting several award-winning talents:
- Rajeev Ravi: National Award-winning cinematographer.
- Ravi Basrur: Music director.
- Ujwal Kulkarni: Editor.
- TP Abid: Production designer.
- JJ Perry: Hollywood action director (known for John Wick), who will choreograph high-octane sequences alongside the National Award-winning stunt duo Anbariv and Kecha Khamphakdee.
In a unique production strategy, the film has been shot simultaneously in Kannada and English. Dubbed versions are planned for release in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and several other languages, underscoring its wide reach.
The Grand Release and Box Office Clash
Produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under the banners of KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, the film is slated for a massive theatrical release. It is scheduled to hit screens on March 19, 2026, aiming to capitalize on the long festive weekend that coincides with Eid, Ugadi, and Gudi Padwa.
Upon its release, 'Toxic' is expected to face direct competition at the box office from other major releases like 'Dacoit' and 'Dhurandhar 2', setting the stage for a major cinematic showdown.
