Toxic Teaser Release Date and Time: The makers of Toxic – A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups have announced that the film’s official teaser will be released on February 20 at 9:35 AM. The announcement was made through social media on February 19, accompanied by a new poster featuring lead actor Yash in a stark, snow-laden setting.
The poster features Yash standing in heavy snowfall, raising an alcohol bottle to his lips, while streaks of blood are seen across the snow-covered ground. The visual carries the film’s title prominently, along with the tagline “A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups.” It also reiterates the theatrical release date: March 19, 2026. The teaser release announcement marks the next promotional step for the project, which has been in production for some time.
Toxic Star Cast and Technical Team
Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic is described as a period gangster drama. The film features Yash in the lead role alongside Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, and Rukmini Vasanth. The project is jointly backed by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under the banners KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations.
The film has generated attention since its title reveal video was unveiled on December 8, 2023. Subsequently, a special glimpse titled Toxic: Birthday Peek was released on January 8, 2025, coinciding with Yash’s birthday. Earlier this year, on January 8, 2026, another promotional video titled Toxic: Introducing Raya introduced Yash’s character to audiences.
According to the makers, the film has been shot simultaneously in Kannada and English, indicating plans for a broader reach beyond regional markets. Cinematography for the film is handled by Rajeev Ravi, while the music is composed by Ravi Basrur. Editing is overseen by Ujwal Kulkarni, with production design by T. P. Abid. The action sequences are choreographed by a team that includes J. J. Perry, Anbariv, Kecha Khamphakdee, and Amrit Singh.
The film’s technical crew also includes sound designer Kunal Sharma and re-recording mixer Sreejesh Nair, among others. Visual effects are being managed by DNEG, and post-production work is carried out by The Post Co.
Toxic is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on March 19, 2026. With the teaser set to drop on February 20, audiences will get their first extended look at the film’s tone and narrative direction soon.