Ever since Pushpa: The Rise featured Samantha Ruth Prabhu in the chartbuster “Oo Antava,” and Pushpa 2: The Rule featured Sreeleela for a high-energy dance number Kissik, special songs in big-ticket South films have become a massive talking point. Now, industry buzz suggests that Akanksha Puri might be the next name to join this trend, this time in Toxic, starring superstar Yash.
While there is no official confirmation yet, a source close to the development shares, “The makers of Toxic are planning a grand-scale dance number mounted on a lavish set. They were looking for someone with glamour, confidence, and a strong screen presence and Akanksha’s name has definitely come up in discussions.”
Following the massive impact of special songs in the Pushpa franchise, filmmakers are increasingly ensuring that these tracks become cultural moments rather than just add-ons. “It’s not just about a dance cameo anymore. These songs create nationwide buzz. If Akanksha signs on, it could be a major visual highlight of the film,” the source adds.
Toxic has already generated tremendous anticipation, with Yash’s intense new avatar being widely discussed. Adding a striking special appearance could further elevate its mass appeal.
If the talks materialize, Akanksha Puri’s potential collaboration with Yash might mark her grand entry into the South’s big-league cinematic space, continuing the blockbuster dance number legacy.