Yash's 'Toxic' expands: 'Fighter' actor Akshay Oberoi is newest addition
Actor Akshay Oberoi, recognized for his diverse roles in mainstream cinema and OTT platforms, has been roped in for the highly anticipated movie Toxic. The film features South Indian superstar Yash in the lead role. The Fighter actor's involvement was confirmed after he posted a photo on his social media, welcoming him to the team. Earlier this week, he flew to Bangalore to commence shooting, reportedly.
Warm welcome for Oberoi from 'Toxic' team
The Toxic team welcomed Oberoi with a hamper and a note that read, "Dear Akshay, Welcome to the team. We're thrilled to have your talent and energy on board for this project. Looking forward to creating something amazing together!" A source close to the production expressed their enthusiasm: "Oberoi's addition brings an exciting dynamic...He is an actor who always delivers a powerful performance, and pairing him with Yash is something that fans are eagerly waiting to see."
'Toxic' set in the world of drug mafia
Toxic, directed by Geetu Mohandas, is set against the backdrop of the drug mafia and has been creating a buzz since last year due to its grand scale. The film is slated to be one of the most awaited releases of 2025. Apart from Toxic, Oberoi is also working on his next film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, where he shares screen space with Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor.