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News18
28-07-2025
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Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, Akshay Oberoi Perform Their Own Stunts in Toxic: ‘No Doubles'
Last Updated: Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, and Akshay Oberoi left everyone on the set of Yash starrer Toxic stunned with their dedication to performing full-fledged stunts themselves. The excitement surrounding Toxic, slated to be the biggest action spectacle of 2026 is only getting more intense. This high-energy action drama, led by superstar Yash, features an impressive cast including Akshay Oberoi, Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, and others. The excitement has reached new heights with the news that all main actors, including the fierce female leads, are performing their own stunts. Sources close to the production confirm that Toxic is crafted as a gritty and impactful action film, with the creators insisting on authentic, raw action scenes carried out by the actors themselves, under the strict guidance of a professional stunt and action team. Akshay Oberoi, known for his dedication to physically demanding roles, has been intensely training for months. Alongside him, Yash, who has redefined mass action cinema, is also performing his stunts, ensuring a thrilling visual experience for viewers. Tara Sutaria and Huma Qureshi are also engaging in physically challenging sequences, showcasing remarkable determination and pushing boundaries for action heroines in Indian cinema. Discussing the film's intense action scenes, a production source said, 'Akshay Oberoi and Yash are performing major action set-pieces themselves, no doubles. And it's not just the male leads. Tara Sutaria and Huma Qureshi have shocked everyone on set with their dedication to training and pulling off full-fledged stunts. The action in Toxic is brutal, slick, and grounded and every actor is giving it their all." With its adrenaline-fueled scenes, powerful performances, and a cast committed to performing their own stunts, Toxic is set to redefine action cinema in India. Scheduled for release in 2026, it remains one of the industry's most talked-about projects. Meanwhile, Mid-Day recently reported that Yash is shooting for Toxic in Mumbai with Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Akshay Oberoi. 'Last Monday, the new schedule kicked off in Film City, Goregaon. It will be largely indoors, where the actors will perform their stunts without the help of body doubles. It includes many sequences that involve hand-to-hand combat," a source cited by the news portal claimed. Besides this, a team of experts has also been hired, which is helping Yash in making his acting sequences raw and brutal. Jointly produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups is being directed by Geetu Mohandas. First Published: July 28, 2025, 15:14 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Yash Begins Toxic Shoot After Wrapping Up Ramayana, To Perform His Stunts Without Help
Last Updated: Jointly produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups is being directed by Geetu Mohandas. Kannada star Yash has landed in Mumbai, where he has started shooting the next schedule of his upcoming movie Toxic. If a report by Mid-Day is to be believed, the actor arrived in the city on July 21 and is now shooting in Goregaon with Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Akshay Oberoi. Reportedly, Yash will be performing his stunts without the help of a body double. 'Last Monday, the new schedule kicked off in Film City, Goregaon. It will be largely indoors, where the actors will perform their stunts without the help of body doubles. It includes many sequences that involve hand-to-hand combat," a source cited by the news portal claimed. Besides this, a team of experts has also been hired, which is helping Yash in making his acting sequences raw and brutal. 'A team of 15 experts has been put together for safety and execution. They are helping the actors with close-cut scenes. The action in Toxic is raw, brutal, and grounded. In the hand-to-hand combat sequences, action directors JJ Perry and Giorgi Iarajuli have blended elements of Krav Maga, Filipino Kali, and MMA techniques to create a gritty style of action," the insider added. Jointly produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups is being directed by Geetu Mohandas. Meanwhile, Yash recently wrapped up the shoot for his upcoming movie, Ramayana. The Nitesh Tiwari directorial, which will also star Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, will feature Yash as Ravana. Recently, the teaser of the much-awaited film was also released. It began from the roots – the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva who rule the world. With striking animation, the video then introduced characters from Ramayana – Lord Rama played by Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. Ramayana will be released in two parts in 2026 and 2027, respectively. First Published: July 25, 2025, 09:29 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
