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Rukmini Vasanth Shocks Fans With Glam Transformation in Yash’s Toxic

Actress Rukmini Vasanth is stepping into a completely new space with her latest film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups.

By:  Priya Chowdhary Nuthalapti   |   6 Jan 2026 1:19 PM IST
Rukmini Vasanth Shocks Fans With Glam Transformation in Yash’s Toxic
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Actress Rukmini Vasanth is stepping into a completely new space with her latest film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. Known so far for her soft, girl-next-door roles, Rukmini surprises everyone with glamorous transformation. Her first look from the film was released recently and has quickly caught the attention of movie lovers.




In Toxic, Rukmini plays a character named Mellisa. The first look poster shows her in a stylish blue dress with a thigh-high slit moving confidently through what looks like a smoky party setting. Her sharp styling, neat hairdo, and subtle makeup give her a strong and modern appearance. This look is very different from the roles she has done earlier,l.

The first look was shared on social media by Yash, who also stars in the film and is one of its producers. With this announcement, excitement around Toxic has increased further. The film is directed by Geetu Mohandas, who is known for her unique storytelling and strong character-driven films.

Geetu Mohandas also shared her thoughts about Rukmini, praising her dedication and intelligence as an actor. She revealed that Rukmini often writes in a journal between shots, noting down thoughts and observations. According to the director, this habit helps the actress build her character from within and adds depth to her performance. These details show how seriously Rukmini approaches her work and why she is trusted with such a layered role.

Toxic is described as a period gangster drama and is produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations. The film has a powerful ensemble cast that includes Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, Akshay Oberoi, and Sudev Nair.